Senior Kitchen Manager - $65000 to $70000 per YEAR

BJ's Restaurants is a prominent restaurant chain known for its commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests. With a robust presence of over 200 restaurants nationwide, BJ's Restaurants prides itself on fostering a vibrant company culture that prioritizes connection, respect, advancement, fun, and trust. These core values, collectively referred to as CRAFT, form the foundation of the company’s philosophy and operational excellence. BJ’s Restaurants offers a dynamic and engaging environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally. As a rapidly expanding company with numerous new restaurant openings each year, BJ’s provides multiple opportunities for career advancement and leadership development through conferences and specialized programs. The company also emphasizes inclusivity and community involvement, celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion through its WeCAN and IDEA groups, and actively participates in philanthropy efforts that give back to the communities it serves. For individuals looking to join a forward-thinking and employee-focused organization, BJ's Restaurants presents an attractive career opportunity. The company offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $65,000 to $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience, alongside quarterly bonus potential. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans. BJ’s also supports work-life balance with paid vacation time, a fun work environment, relocation opportunities across the country, and unique perks such as daily pay on-demand access. The role of Kitchen Manager at BJ's Restaurants is a pivotal position responsible for overseeing all restaurant functions during assigned shifts, which can include opening, mid-day, or closing hours. This leadership role involves managing the restaurant team, ensuring operational excellence, and upholding the highest standards of guest service. Kitchen Managers play a crucial role in hiring, training, supervising, and motivating team members to create a productive and positive workplace. They are entrusted with maintaining safety and sanitation standards, managing food and beverage quality, handling inventory and ordering, and leading the team to deliver a Gold Standard guest experience consistently. As a salaried, exempt management position, Kitchen Managers must dedicate more than 50% of their time to managerial duties and exercise independent judgment on significant restaurant matters. The position demands exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively. In addition to maintaining compliance with company policies and local laws, Kitchen Managers also participate in local marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts, contributing to the restaurant's growth and reputation. BJ’s Restaurants seeks candidates with a minimum of two years’ experience in full-service, high-volume casual dining restaurant management. Successful Kitchen Managers at BJ’s demonstrate high personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity. They thrive in fast-paced environments and possess strong relationship management and performance coaching skills. Effective communication, problem-solving aptitude, and a guest-centric service approach are essential competencies. Physical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform occasional bending and stooping. Join BJ’s Restaurants to be part of a thriving team that values innovation, development, and community impact while advancing your career in the hospitality industry.

• Minimum of two years full service, high volume, casual dining restaurant management experience
• high personal integrity, professionalism, and maturity
• ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• solid relationship management and performance management skills
• ability to motivate and direct team members and work effectively in management team
• exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills
• strong writing and documentation skills
• ability to absorb and retain information quickly
• keen attention to detail
• proven problem-solving abilities
• exceptional guest service orientation
• ability to stand and walk around a restaurant to supervise operations for 8-10 hours
• ability to lift 50 pounds
• ability to bend, stoop, and raise arms above head on occasion