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Kitchen Shift Leader

Burger Lounge

Walnut Creek, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19.15–$21.15 Per Hour
SKILLS
Best Practices, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, FIFO, Food Safety, Interpersonal Skills, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, People Management, Profit & Loss, Sanitation, Schedule Development, Staff Training, Time Management
LOCATION
Walnut Creek, CA
POSTED
4 days ago
Pay rate: $19.15 - $21.15/hr

With Tips: $22.35 - $24.35/hr

Work Where the Grass Is Greener:

A great career starts with the best ingredients. We're on a mission to improve things - and we're not just talking about our grass-fed burgers. We're also here to put Loungers in the best place for them to succeed. After all, to turn our food into an experience, we don't just need people - we need personalities. We celebrate the uniqueness of our employees, recognize true talent, and reward a job well done. Join us today and see why the grass is greener at Burger Lounge.

Ideal Loungers:
  • Will be proud to serve food that honors the body and planet
  • Expect & deliver impressive results
  • Never settle for less, even the best can be better
  • Speak and act with kindness & respect
  • See every day as an opportunity to have fun with their team & our guests
  • We encourage everyone to Be Uncommon, Be YOU!

Job Title: Kitchen Shift Leader

Department/Group: Back of House (Kitchen)

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Reports To: General Manager

Job Summary: The Kitchen Manager is ultimately responsible for the entire kitchen operation (staffing, food, safety, sanitation and execution). The work schedule fluctuates based on business needs requiring employees to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions:
  • Ensures all kitchen-related company standards are followed and upheld by staff by using proper hiring, training and spot-checking techniques and by creating a culture of accountability.
  • Ensures all back-of-house staff are properly trained in all relevant areas. Ensures back-of-house team is set-up for success.
  • Creates staff schedules fairly and timely per company policy.
  • Screens back-of-house applicants and conducts interviews using best practices to ensure legal compliance.
  • Partners with the General Manager on using procedures to track and control store costs; labor, food, waste to ensure profitability of the store without sacrificing the guest experience.
  • Jumps in to assist kitchen staff when needed. May assist front-of-house from time to time as needed.
  • Supervises food temperature to ensure ingredients are kept at appropriate temperatures and stored properly. Holds employees accountable for "first in- first out" (FIFO) policy.
  • Ensures back-of-house opening and closing tasks are consistently completed as required and appropriate checklists are completed.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
  • Minimum of five (5) years recent experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and fast-paced environment.
  • Leadership Skills: Kitchen managers must be leaders in the back of the house, rallying their team during busy shifts, resolving conflicts, and getting the job done.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to arrive to work on time and maintain a positive attendance record.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
  • Professional communication, good organization, and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
  • ServeSafe Certification maintained in good standing. Ensures staff has current Food Handler's Cards.

Preferred Skills: High school diploma or GED, strong leadership skills, multi-tasker, safety-minded, team player.

Language Skills: Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors. Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism.

Our Company offers a variety of benefits including:
  • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision/Life&ADD package
  • 401(k)
  • Instant Pay (Request up to half of a shifts earnings paid the following business day)
  • Free employee shift meals
  • Pre-Tax Parking & Transportation Benefit + 50% employer match
  • Discounted wellness, tickets, and travel

Employee Safety During The COVID-19 Pandemic:

Burger Lounge takes employee and guest safety very seriously. During this time, we have instituted additional measures to ensure your health and well-being including:
  • Social Distancing Guidelines
  • Mandatory face coverings (PPE) for all employees
  • Mandatory gloves for all employees (with the exception of Cashier)
  • A stringent clean and disinfect/sanitize policy adopted from the CDC

Burger Lounge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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