Key Points
- Atwater Brewery, known for its high-quality craft beers that pay tribute to the spirit of Detroit, is seeking a Kitchen Manager for their Grosse Pointe Park Taproom.
- The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, including staff supervision, inventory management, menu planning, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Qualifications for the role include 1-3 years of kitchen management experience, strong leadership skills, knowledge of food safety regulations, and proficiency in inventory and scheduling software.
- The position requires flexibility in scheduling, including nights and weekends, and involves physical demands such as standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs, in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Kitchen Manager - Atwater Brewery
(Onsite, Grosse Pointe Park Taproom)
(Onsite, Grosse Pointe Park Taproom)
About Atwater Brewery
Founded with a philosophy that hard work deserves a quality beer, Atwater is a pioneer in Michigan’s craft beer scene. Their beers pay tribute to the spirit of Detroit, the grit that built the city, and the attitude that something is earned, not given, with no one else deciding when you’re done. Atwater’s portfolio of award-winning craft beers offers something for everyone. They believe that beer should be approachable to every drinker. Whether it’s a crowd favorite like Dirty Blonde or Vanilla Java Porter, a Midwestern winner like Atwater IPA, or a Detroit classic like Atwater Lager or Detroit City Juice Hazy IPA, there’s a beer for every occasion and every palate.
Founded with a philosophy that hard work deserves a quality beer, Atwater is a pioneer in Michigan’s craft beer scene. Their beers pay tribute to the spirit of Detroit, the grit that built the city, and the attitude that something is earned, not given, with no one else deciding when you’re done. Atwater’s portfolio of award-winning craft beers offers something for everyone. They believe that beer should be approachable to every drinker. Whether it’s a crowd favorite like Dirty Blonde or Vanilla Java Porter, a Midwestern winner like Atwater IPA, or a Detroit classic like Atwater Lager or Detroit City Juice Hazy IPA, there’s a beer for every occasion and every palate.
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee the daily operations of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. This role is critical to maintaining food quality, safety standards, and operational efficiency while driving profitability and customer satisfaction.
Reports to: General Manager, Brewpub
Key Responsibilities
- Multitasking & Workflow Management: Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during service hours.
- Inventory & Ordering: Monitor inventory levels, place food and supply orders, and manage stock rotation to minimize waste and control costs.
- Scheduling: Create and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow, especially during peak hours.
- Food Cost Management: Track food costs, analyze usage trends, and implement cost-control strategies to meet budget targets.
- Menu Planning & Execution: Collaborate with chefs to develop seasonal menus and special dishes that align with customer preferences and profitability goals.
- Training & Development: Train kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen procedures to maintain high standards.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all health and sanitation regulations, including ServSafe standards.
- Customer Satisfaction: Address customer feedback related to food quality and service, and implement improvements as needed.
- Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the upkeep of kitchen equipment and coordinate repairs or replacements when necessary.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in kitchen management or supervisory culinary roles.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Proficiency in inventory and scheduling software.
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- ServSafe Manager Certification required.
Skills
- Leadership and team-building
- Budgeting and cost control
- Menu development and food presentation
- Conflict resolution and communication
- Time management and adaptability
- ServSafe Certified
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Communication
- Teamwork Oriented
- Maintains a Good Energy Level
- Thorough and Organized
- Professional
- Punctual
SHIFTS / NIGHT WORK / AVAILABILITY/ WORKING CONDITIONS ETC:
Ability to work a flexible scheduling including nights and weekends required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties, you are regularly required to see, talk, hear and feel touch. You are frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, sense or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. You must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required in this role include close vision and distance vision. Logic and thinking process must be quick and unencumbered.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the core functions of the position, you are usually indoors, in a confined kitchen environment, but may also be rostered to work outdoors in a natural and variable environment. The position can also involve regularly moving between warm (kitchen) and cold (cool room) locations. Moderate machine and crowd noise levels exist in the working environment.
About Tilray Beer
Tilray Beer, a division of Tilray Brands Inc., is seeking personable, reliable, organized, and driven lovers of the good life to increase sales of its beloved craft brews in several of its key markets. In this role you will be responsible for building strong relationships with our customers and forging indelible connections between brands and consumers by making our products available, visible, relevant, recommended, and perfectly enjoyed every time. Our ambition is to reinvigorate the craft beer sector, becoming the fastest growing craft beer suppliers in the U.S. To achieve this, we need the very best talent on our team. Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you. If you are a self-starter who knows how to work and play hard, and you have an unwavering passion for independent, craft beer; grab your kayak and hop in the river with us!
We have a friendly, supportive team with a coaching and mentoring environment. There are real opportunities for future development and progression – this really could be a move towards the exciting career you’ve always wanted!
Tilray Brands Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workplace. As a Brand Activation Manager at Tilray Beer Division, you will have the opportunity to lead and grow a dynamic team, innovate and experiment with new ingredients and styles, and contribute to the success of one of the top craft breweries in the nation. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
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