Kitchen Manager

Job Type Full-time Description

 At Pastini we are inspired by the farms, vineyards and waters of the Pacific Northwest, and are dedicated to serving up two of life's greatest pleasures  pasta and wine. We know that using fresh, local ingredients makes a difference to our customers and to our community. We source fresh produce, dairy, artisan breads, coffee, and meat locally and we handcraft each entrée to order. Based in Portland, Oregon, our family of restaurants has blossomed and grown to eight wonderful restaurants around the State since we first opened in 2001. 

 

We offer:

-Quarterly bonus opportunities plus annual anniversary bonus

-401(K) with match up to 4%

-Comprehensive Training, Growth and Development with Advancement Opportunities

-We pay 100% of our manager's medical and dental insurance plans

-Life Insurance

-EAP

-Electable Benefits including FLEX Spending, Disability and Vision

-Free Shift Meals and Free Dining at Pastini

-Annual Active Wellness Reimbursement

-Annual Professional Development Reimbursement

-Pay for Community Service Days

-Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, plus a Floating Holiday of your choice

-Your Birthday and Work Anniversary are paid vacation days

Becoming a member of the Pastini family is an opportunity to become one of the very best. You will lead the

development of a team, create experiences for our guests through hospitality and amazing food, and be a part of a

successful business where people come first. Our positive, service oriented culture is full of opportunities for you to

learn, grow professionally and inspire others to succeed.

The Kitchen Manager (KM) is responsible for the complete operation of a single Pastini Pastaria restaurant kitchen.

This includes hiring talented, passionate and friendly people who consistently execute to a high standard and the

training and development of kitchen management and hourly Back-of-House (BOH) teams. It also includes many

aspects of financials, the daily execution of safety, sanitation and cleanliness, quality food preparation, culinary

craftsmanship, exceptional guest service through hospitality and driving company initiatives. The KM is responsible

for cleanliness and assisting the General Manager (GM) in overseeing the repair and maintenance of the building

and equipment. The KM is also responsible for communicating and administering all company policies, procedures

and best practices, and for promoting a respectful workplace free of harassment and discrimination.

The expectation is that the KM works 45-50 hours per week, or to the needs of the business. During weeks that

include key holidays, meetings, trainings, inventory, new menu or special menu roll-outs, other special events or if

the restaurant is understaffed, the expectation for hours worked may increase. Exposure to all meal periods,

specifically during Friday and/or Saturday dinner service weekly is required. Productive weekly overlap time with

members of the management team is required.

Essential Functions

•  Positive leadership, strong culinary skills and effective teaching skills
•  Assist GM with financial responsibility
•  Strong team development skills. Ability to cultivate top-performing teams
•  Excellent interpersonal communications and presentation skills
•  Ability to positively influence and manage through others
•  Self-motivated individual with the ability to solve complex problems
•  Ability to work well and partner with others in a very team oriented environment
•  Passionate about food and hospitality- Provides guests and team with the highest standard of service
•  Ability to be flexible and gracious with change- and to drive change and growth initiatives
•  Foster a positive environment with high morale and a team commitment to Core Values
• Required to have a valid Food Handler's, ServSafe or Always Food Safe Certification at all times
•  May be required to use own car at times and if so must have valid Driver License and Auto Insurance policy
•  Make decisions with the best interest of the guest and our Core Values in mind
•  Positive, supportive kitchen, expo and line presence required during peak business hours
•  Must hold self, management team and hourly employees accountable to expectations
•  Take complete ownership of the kitchen and treat it as if it were your own

Requirements

In addition to following Pastini’s policies, procedures and best practices; principal responsibilities

include, but are not limited to:

Operational Leadership: Leading the BOH team through accountability by planning and executing

successful day-to-day kitchen opera