About Us:
Mad Dogs Restaurant Group is a dynamic, multi-venue restaurant group located on the historic San Antonio River Walk. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences across our various concepts, which include British-style pubs, Mexican-themed restaurants, and casual eateries. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented and experienced kitchen manager to join our team and help drive excellence in kitchen operations.
Job Overview:
As Kitchen Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of one of our kitchens, ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe operations. This role requires a strong leader who is passionate about culinary quality and team development. You will work closely with the restaurant’s management team to maintain high standards in food preparation, kitchen safety, and staff performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand and forecasts.
- Supervise kitchen staff, ensuring efficiency and effective teamwork during service.
- Oversee food preparation and cooking to maintain our high standards of quality and consistency.
- Recruit, train, and support kitchen employees across different stations to ensure versatility and high performance.
- Conduct weekly inventory assessments and monitor stock levels to ensure cost control.
- Collaborate with restaurant management to adjust menu items, implement pricing changes, and introduce new dishes.
- Schedule and organize kitchen staff to ensure adequate coverage during peak and off-peak hours.
- Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Ensure kitchen areas are kept clean, organized, and safe for all team members.
- Prepare and review weekly and monthly cost reports, working to maintain optimal food cost percentages.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Required:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen management or similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment.
- Strong understanding of kitchen health and safety regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced setting, such as the busy River Walk location.
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills to manage both people and processes.
- Experience with Sysco or similar food ordering systems.
- Competence in using Microsoft Excel and Word to generate and manage documents.
- Strong email management skills, ensuring timely and professional responses to team communication and administrative tasks.
Why Join Us?
At Mad Dogs Restaurant Group, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate team that delivers high-quality dining experiences in a fun, fast-paced environment. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact within our kitchens and play a key role in our continued success on the River Walk.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
- Supervising experience: 2 years (Preferred)
- Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
- Team management: 3 years (Required)
- Management: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Texas Food Handlers Certification (Preferred)
- TABC Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
