Sugar Land,TX,USA Senior Kitchen Manager-$65000 To $70000 Per

BJ's Restaurants is a well-established and rapidly growing hospitality company with a proud tradition of delivering exceptional dining experiences through its network of over 200 restaurants across the United States. Known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, BJ's Restaurants operates a collection of casual dining establishments that emphasize a warm, inviting atmosphere while offering a diverse menu that features handcrafted meals and beverages. As a company, BJ's Restaurants is deeply rooted in the values of connection, respect, advancement, fun, and trust, which together form the foundation of its corporate culture known as CRAFT. These core principles guide BJ's mission to foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The company places high importance on diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively promoting these values through internal groups like WeCAN and IDEA, and it engages in community involvement and philanthropy to give back to the neighborhoods it serves. BJ's Restaurants also stands out because of its comprehensive benefits package, career advancement opportunities, and a fun, supportive work environment that encourages growth and leadership development. With competitive salary offerings and a focus on rewarding excellence, BJ's consistently ranks as an employer of choice within the restaurant industry. The Kitchen Manager role at BJ's Restaurants offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to take charge of managing all operational aspects of a restaurant during various shifts including opening, mid-day, or closing. This role is vital to ensuring the smooth functioning of the restaurant, directly impacting both guest satisfaction and team performance. As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for supervising, hiring, training, and mentoring restaurant team members to meet and exceed the standards of service and quality BJ's is known for. The position also requires you to oversee operational duties such as conducting daily briefings, managing maintenance and repair issues, initiating marketing and community involvement activities, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and legal standards. Moreover, the Kitchen Manager must actively participate in continuous education programs and be involved in team member relations by handling coaching, mentoring, disciplinary actions, and recognition programs to foster a motivated, high-performing team. You will also be charged with monitoring food and beverage quality, managing inventory and ordering processes, and overseeing food safety and sanitation standards. The role requires exercising independent judgment and discretion on significant matters affecting the restaurant's success. BJ's Restaurants offers a salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience, along with quarterly bonus potential. This exempt management position enables candidates passionate about leadership and hospitality to grow within a thriving company dedicated to excellence and innovation in dining experiences.

• 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