Chefs (Kitchen Managers) - Issaquah, WA

RAM Restaurant and Brewery is a renowned and award-winning establishment known for its quality food, exceptional service, and an impressive selection of award-winning beers. As a high-volume restaurant and brewery, RAM has earned multiple medals at major beer competitions, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry. The establishment prides itself not only on its beverage excellence but also on its outstanding culinary offerings and customer service. RAM offers a dynamic work environment where team members are encouraged to be passionate about their craft and to contribute to creating memorable dining experiences for every guest. The restaurant values its team as an extension of family, famously referring to its staff as the "RAMily," which emphasizes a close-knit, supportive, and fun workplace culture. The position of Chef at RAM Restaurant and Brewery is pivotal to maintaining the high standards the establishment is known for. Chefs here are entrusted with ensuring that all culinary offerings consistently meet the highest levels of quality and presentation. This role demands responsibility, knowledge, honesty, and a commitment to excellence. Chefs are tasked with an array of duties encompassing every detail of culinary operations, including hiring, training, production management, service excellence, and accounting responsibilities tied to the culinary department. As a Chef at RAM, you will have the opportunity to participate in a fast-paced, yet professional environment that encourages innovation, leadership, and teamwork. Working as a Chef and Leader at RAM offers an invaluable chance to gain comprehensive experience in restaurant management, including understanding business operations and financial elements integral to running a successful restaurant. The role also involves managing shifts, scheduling responsibilities, and planning to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Chefs are expected to cultivate and sustain an environment that promotes memorable dining experiences through consistent quality of product and maintenance of restaurant cleanliness. Moreover, working under high-volume conditions will develop your ability to remain calm and effective, sharpening your skills in managing both people and processes. RAM provides excellent training and ongoing career development opportunities to equip its chefs and leaders with the skills necessary to excel. Proficiency in POS systems, strong leadership skills to coach and develop teams, and operational decision-making capabilities are all key components of the role. The position offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, flexible work schedules to promote work-life balance, and numerous other benefits, making it an attractive prospect for culinary professionals looking for a challenging and rewarding career path.

• Formal culinary training and two years of chef experience or years worked in a kitchen equivalent
• One year leadership, managerial or related experience
• Basic math skills and ability to conduct accurate inventory counts
• Positive attitude
• Food and beer knowledge or the ability to become an expert
• Must be in possession of or able to obtain a food handlers permit for positions that require it
• Excellent verbal communication and personal skills
• Ability and stamina to spend an extended amount of time on your feet
• Experience in high-volume preferred
• You must be able to work weekends
• A passion to serve both guests and our team