Kitchen Manager Assistant (Full Time)

Starting wage up to: $19.20/hr. with experience

 Food Lovers Unite! 

Busch’s is HIRING and we want you! Love food, fun, and fabulous people? Join our family-owned Michigan team and cook up a career full of flavor!

What’s in store?

• Flexible schedules
• Employee discounts
• 401K with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Daily Pay available

Ready to spice up your job and grow with us? Apply now and let’s create the perfect  pear together! 

Specific Accountabilities:

• Responsible for all back of the house kitchen functions, preparation and maintenance to Busch’s quality standards.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow and prepare prep lists for kitchen associates.
• Execute programs and procedures to promote deli hot case, hot food bar, chef’s case and cold and hot grab & go.
• Preparation and production of prepared food items, including executing menus, rotisserie chicken, hot case program, chef’s case items and grab & go items.
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to Busch’s recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
• Accountable for in stock position. Adjust production based on seasonal needs, weekly ad sales, and promotions to meet financial goals and objectives.
• Assist in training deli and kitchen associates.
• Train kitchen associates in methods of cooking, preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control and sanitation.
• Provide input to Deli/Bakery Manager concerning associate performance and department conditions.
• Identify and produce food production needs as directed by Deli/Bakery Manager.
• Assist Deli/Bakery Manager in ordering recommendations to assist in the control of inventory.
• Maintain time and temperature food safety standards to include product dating standards.
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in working condition through personal inspection and by following Busch’s maintenance programs.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste
• Control procedures.
• Rotate product to ensure freshness and control shrink. Ensure all waste is scanned out to maintain accurate shrink records.
• Represent Busch’s brand at outside company food events.
• Stay current on food trends and new items relevant to department and building sales.
• Contribute to organizational effectiveness by offering information and suggestions.
• Assist guests when necessary with counter service, product recommendations, locations, product requests, special orders and catering needs. 
• Demonstrate personal accountability for meeting expectations, goals, and quality of work. 
• Communicate clearly and in a timely manner and use constructive feedback to make improvements. 
• Work together as one team by recognizing accomplishments, demonstrating respect and appreciation, and actively helping others. 
• Execute with operational integrity by anticipating problems, taking preventative measures, and adapting to changes that improve our operations or Guest experience. 
• Consistently follow Busch’s policies and procedures.
• Share our passion for our products by being familiar with our products and services and actively seeking and sharing that information
• Work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment where time-sensitive processes may contribute to elevated levels of stress. 

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year management experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook and/or sous chef.
• Food safety certification.
• Proficient organization and planning skills, especially to manage multiple deadlines and projects.
• Proficient cleaning abilities to meet sanitation and visual standards.
• Proficient communication skills, including written, verbal and listening skills.
• Proficient computer skills in excel, word and email. Able to learn and use a variety of proprietary applications and technology.
• Formal culinary training preferred