Kitchen Manager- The Franklin Institute

 

Salary: 60,000-65,000

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Pay Grade: 11 

 

THE EATERY at The Franklin Institute has an amazing opportunity for an experienced Kitchen Manager or Sous Chef with proven success in an Elevated QSR / Fast Casual Establishment. This position will be responsible for overseeing the Daily Culinary Operations of our Restaurants and Cafés. Typical workday is 8am-5pm. Ideal candidate has experience leading a team, creating exciting menu’s, and delivering results.  If you love working in a kitchen but desire a better work life balance – this position is made for you!

 

Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self. 

 

About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. 

Job Summary

As a Kitchen Manager at The Franklin Institute with Levy, it will be your primary responsibility to execute cuisine that exceeds guest expectations and provide strong leadership while delivering cost goals and living our Company vision and values.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Executes menus in accordance to brand standards Maintains recipes to meet core standards
• Ensure that team members consistently deliver heartfelt hospitality to every guest, every time
• Ensures team members have the tools necessary to complete their jobs
• Ensures show quality standards are maintained at all times
• Regularly obtains feedback from clients and guests to improve operations
• Supports and communicates Company initiatives
• Respond and assist in any departmental guest service issues
• Holds team accountable to steps of service to deliver great guest service
• Executes preventive maintenance schedule as set forth by Director of Operations
• Conducts daily walkthroughs in culinary areas for each event
• Thoroughly and accurately uses applicable Levy systems (Purchasing System, Point-of-sale, WFM and more)
• Practices proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
• Achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals
• Ensures that all security, safety and sanitation standards are achieved and employs good safety and sanitation practices
• Forecasts and adequately schedules team members to meet operational needs and desired targets Provides operational planning to ensure adequate products and equipment are ordered for anticipated business levels
• Ensures team members adhere to Levy Company guidelines as stated in team member training manual and employee handbook  
• Interviews, hires, trains and develops team members according to Levy guidelines
• Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
• Uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team 

Skills and Experience

• Able to communicate effectively with management team, guests and team members by speaking and comprehending English 
• English reading, writing, math and computer skills required 
• Ability to taste and evaluate food and beverage products 
• Stamina to work 60 hours or more per week 
• Must be able to work extended shifts of 10 hours or more as business dictates 
• Must be flexible with schedule and able to work different shifts 
• Possible job hazards include, but are not limited to; slips, trips, falls, burns, cuts and strains 
• Must be able to reach, lift, stoop, bend and perform extensive standing and walking (including stairs) throughout shift

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Positions at this location may require a COVID-19 vaccination. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this account may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.

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