Kitchen Manager

Description

Are you passionate about food, bringing positive energy to the kitchen, and working in a fun, fast-paced environment? If so, AVO TACO is the place for you! We’re a fast-casual brand with bold flavors, and we’re looking for culinary rockstars who take pride in delivering delicious dishes with a smile. As part of our kitchen team, you’ll create amazing food while being part of a team that values connection and fun.

Why AVO TACO?

At AVO TACO, we don’t just serve food – we serve up experiences! We’re all about delivering fresh, flavorful meals while making guests feel like they’re at a laid-back taco party. Whether you’re starting your culinary career or looking to grow, big possibilities lie ahead. Ready to make a difference in every dish? It’s all waiting for you at AVO TACO.

What You’ll Do:

As an AVO TACO Kitchen Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of the kitchen, crafting dishes that delight. You’ll:

Be a Student of the Business:

• Stay current with market trends and build strong relationships with purveyors.
• Benchmark your operation against top local competitors, always striving to be the best.
• Master sanitation standards and compliance, including OSHA logs, temperature logs, ServSafe certifications, and health department requirements.
• Approach every experience as an opportunity to learn, grow, and improve operations.

Lead Your Team:

• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory to maintain the highest product quality.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes and standards through proper training and accountability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-functioning kitchen that meets all operational standards.
• Monitor financial performance with daily profit-tracking tools, focusing on efficiency and productivity.
• Understand and communicate budgetary goals, bridging the gap between "budget vs. actual" performance.

Develop Your People:

• Foster a team environment rooted in empowerment, confidence, and friendliness.
• Identify and nurture individual strengths, conducting fair and objective evaluations.
• Address performance challenges promptly and reward excellence to motivate team members.
• Cultivate a kitchen culture that questions the status quo and embraces positive change.
• Lead by example in promoting RHG’s culture of excellence and accountability.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum of 3 years in a high-volume Kitchen Management role.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities in a dynamic environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to culinary excellence.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing needs.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate expectations and results with clarity and confidence.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Capability to bend, stoop, stand, and walk for extended periods to fulfill culinary duties.

We Offer the Best Benefits in the Business that Include:

• Steady Year-Round Employment
• Growth Opportunities
• Health Insurance, including Dental and Vision
• 401K matching program
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off & Sick Time
• Discounted Meals
• Training & Development
• Employee Fitness Activities

As a member of the AVO TACO culinary team, you are an ambassador of our brands and food. You are passionate about your role and always curious about how to make a guest’s experience memorable. You are naturally a social person, fun to work with and always willing to help out your fellow team-mates. Serving others comes naturally to you…it’s in your DNA.

AVO TACO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.