Kitchen Leader at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, founded in 1958, operates 324 restaurants in 32 states and four Canadian provinces. We're committed to providing guests with personalized service and delicious, homestyle food at a great value. We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Kitchen Leader to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with the Kitchen Manager to maintain budget compliance and identify ways to improve operational efficiency.
• Keep the General Manager/Kitchen Manager informed of problems, issues, and proposed alternative solutions.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Monitor and oversee food temperatures to prevent foodborne illness.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain clear communication with vendors regarding restaurant equipment and supplies.
• Conduct thorough walk-throughs and temperature checks in the kitchen.
• Assist in ordering food, produce, beverages, and restaurant supplies.
• Assist in receiving deliveries and verify paperwork to ensure proper receipt of items.
• Perform all functions of kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in sanitation, safety, and customer service practices, with in-house training provided.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• High level of mobility and flexibility.
• Ability to work irregular hours, under stress during peak times.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High level of coordination.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
• Ability to fit through openings 30" wide.
• Frequent reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold, and odors.
• Continual standing and walking.

Compensation: $15.50 - $21.00 per hour

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Educational Assistance with DeVry University with complimentary laptop.
• Immediate Family Members are also eligible.
• Competitive Pay with Service Award Incentive.
• Get paid daily through Daily Pay.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and more.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match.
• Flexible Schedule.
• All you can eat pancakes + meal discounts.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Development Pathway: Step by step process to grow your career.
• 3 College Credits hours for completing manager training.

• Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house training.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• High level of mobility/flexibility.
• Ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak times.
• Capability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
• Experience in monitoring food temperatures and maintaining cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.