Job description

Assistant Kitchen Manager - Caves Corvallis

Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Caves Head Chef

Job Overview

Caves:

This position will join a locally-owned and growing company that was born out of a passion for thoughtfully and excellently produced food and beer, social and environmental sustainability, strong local partnerships, and generously giving back to our community.

Inspired by the culinary landscapes throughout Northwestern Europe, Caves marries a curated selection of elevated tavern-fare with a craft beer, wine, spirit, and beverages. Using regional ingredients sourced from the waters, fields, and groves throughout the Pacific Northwest, our menu offers the finest seasonal fare that is rooted in heritage.

Caves was originally founded in 2011 and takes its inspiration from the neighborhood bier taverns that our owners frequented in their travels throughout Europe. After a short COVID hiatus and a spectacular interior refresh, Caves has reopened with the original vision intact. With a warm inviting atmosphere, Caves seats approximately 70 guests, serving both dinner and brunch with intentionally selected hours of service. At Caves, we hold high expectations for the quality of our European meets PNW fare prepared with local ingredients, exceptional hospitality, and unrivaled atmosphere.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Kitchen Manager at Caves is the second in command to the Head Chef and is the main role model in the kitchen. The Caves kitchen is professional, but also a fun and enjoyable place to work! The Assistant Kitchen Manager will enthusiastically lead their team, alongside the Head Chef, in a positive and respectful manner, while always being mindful of setting a good example and working side-by-side with their team. Maintaining the positive, team-focused, and respectful culture at Caves is essential.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef to run the day to day in the kitchen. Be the leader in the kitchen when the Head Chef is not present.
• Work with the Head Chef to meet monthly food cost and labor goals.
• Be involved with personnel issues, including but not limited to employee discipline, reviews, hiring, and continued training.
• Work with our Head Chef to create seasonal menu offerings, including testing, recipe development and procedures, to set the kitchen up for successful execution.
• Responsible for ordering foods directly or in consultation with the Head Chef based on the vendor.
• Maintain a high level of expectations through your example of quality and efficient work.
• Actively participate in weekly manager meetings.
• Lead the kitchen to produce the finest meals possible in a refined, yet comfortable old world pub setting.
• Assist to maintain lists (cleaning, prep, ordering, etc.), and then update and follow through with employees regarding completion.
• Accurately prepare month end inventory and other reports (transfers, etc) for monthly cost analysis. .
• Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with other management and staff within the Block 15/Caves family.
• Work actively with employees to minimize food waste with an eye towards sustainability
• Model expectations of upper management at all times

Skills & Abilities

• Superb & positive management skills.
• Able to inspire and motivate a team.
• Ability to multi-task across a range of projects
• Acute attention to detail
• Ability to both take direction and work independently
• Computer skills including POS, Word, Excel, & Google Sheets
• Strong creativity and culinary execution

Require Minimum Qualifications

• Positive attitude and teamwork mentality
• 2 year minimum in a food service management position
• State issued Driver License with an acceptable driving record
• Have or obtain ServSafe Certification
• OLCC Server Permit (or be able to obtain)

Desired Qualifications

• 3 years experience working in a commercial kitchen
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Formal culinary education is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Block 15 Brewing offers competitive wages that will be determined based on experience and qualifications. Benefits for full-time staff include health/vision insurance (once qualified), 401(k) with employer matching (once qualified), Paid Time Off, packaged beer and merchandise discounts, and meal credits. Relocation stipend available to the right candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Corvallis, OR 97333: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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