Assistant Kitchen Manager

Mission Viejo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Benefits:

Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development

Job Overview

Were hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations lead shifts and help maintain food quality cleanliness and consistency. This role works directly with the Kitchen Manager and is ideal for someone looking to grow into a full KM position.

This is a hands-on leadership role. Youll be on the line in prep and supporting the teamnot managing from the sidelines.

Responsibilities

Support the Kitchen Manager with daily BOH operations
Lead shifts and maintain kitchen flow during service
Ensure food quality consistency and presentation standards
Follow and enforce food safety and sanitation procedures
Assist with prep planning inventory and waste control
Train and coach kitchen team members
Communicate effectively with FOH leadership

Qualifications

Previous kitchen leadership experience preferred (Assistant Kitchen Manager Lead Cook Shift Lead)
Strong line cook experience
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Reliable organized and accountable
Willingness to learn and grow into a Kitchen Manager role
Food Handler Card required (or ability to obtain)

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Growth opportunities within a growing brand
Structured training and clear expectations
Supportive leadership and team-focused culture

Work Environment

Fast-casual high-volume kitchen with a focus on quality speed and consistency. We value teamwork communication and accountability.

Compensation: $21.00 per hour

A quality product stands alone. Whether its a simple side or a signature sandwich everything comes from our scratch kitchen. We make sauces dressings and sides in-house and utilize fresh produce natural meats outstanding gluten-free options and locally baked bread thats delivered daily. Were committed to keeping it real. Its something you can see taste and feel every time youre here.

Required Experience:

Manager

Benefits:Employee discountsFree food & snacksFree uniformsOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentJob OverviewWere hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations lead shifts and help maintain food quality cleanliness and consistency. This role works dir...