Title – Kitchen Manager
Description – Ash & Elm Cider Co. is seeking a full-time Kitchen Manager for their downtown Indianapolis restaurant and cider bar. This position will work with leadership to ensure the food items served out of the kitchen are of high quality and served consistently. Ordering, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment are primary job responsibilities.
The Kitchen Manager is a key member of the Ash & Elm Cider Co. management team, and must model the values of the brand: creating a welcoming and inclusive space for our customers, caring about our community, and being kind.
The ideal candidate will be interested in learning about cider and how different menu items pair well with it.
Responsibilities
Training a team of line and prep cooks on all recipes and techniques.
Organizing and maintaining the kitchen, including inventory, prep lists, and ordering.
Delegating tasks and leading cooks during service.
A skilled cook capable of jumping into any role within the kitchen during busy times.
Critical thinking and planning skills.
Ability to address staff directly and clearly.
Make and serve menu items ordered by customers during service hours.
Ensure BOH staff are prepared for their shifts and have the skills, tools, and ingredients to complete their work.
Handle ordering and inventory management.
Work with the General Manager to create and manage operational systems for the kitchen.
Maintain ServSafe standards of cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
Required/Preferred Experience
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working in the food industry. Food prep and kitchen experience are necessary skills. Maintaining a cool head under pressure and working well independently are required skills. Being able to prioritize competing tasks is an essential part of the job. Good communication skills, as well as an interest in being a part of a small-business and being flexible is also a requirement of the job.
Compensation - This is a full-time role with pay rates based on experience. It requires evening and weekend hours. Full-time members of Ash & Elm Cider Co. receive paid-time off, vacation pay, vision/dental and disability benefits and an employer-matched IRA.
Interested candidates, please send your resume and cover letter to jake@ashandelmcider.com.