Assistant Kitchen Manager

Benefits: 401(k) matching Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Dental insurance Free uniforms Health insurance Vision insurance Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) - Barn-B-Que Position Summary The Assistant Kitchen Manager is the right hand to the Kitchen Manager, responsible for executing a high-volume BBQ kitchen with consistency, speed, and strong cost control. This role owns day-to day line execution, smoker coordination, prep systems, and team performance. You are a working leader—on the line, on the pass, and in the numbers. Core Responsibilities Smoker & BBQ Execution - Manage daily smoker production (brisket, pork, ribs, chicken) - Ensure proper cook times, temps, rest periods, and yields - Maintain consistency in bark, tenderness, smoke profile, and moisture - Forecast production based on sales trends - Oversee slicing, holding, and retherm procedures Line Execution & Speed - Run expo or key stations during peak hours - Maintain ticket times (goal: 10-15 minutes) - Ensure plates are consistent and high quality - Eliminate bottlenecks during service Prep & Production Systems - Build daily prep lists based on pars and sales mix - Manage batch prep (sides, sauces, proteins, rubs) - Ensure proper yields and portioning - Control overproduction and waste Team Leadership - Train cooks on BBQ technique and station execution - Hold team accountable to standards - Assist with hiring and onboarding - Lead with urgency and professionalism Cost Control & Profitability - Enforce portion control - Track and reduce waste - Assist with inventory and ordering - Maintain target food cost % Cleanliness & Food Safety - Maintain a clean and organized kitchen - Enforce labeling, dating, and FIFO - Ensure health code compliance Key Systems - Smoker logs - Daily prep sheets - Protein yield tracking - Waste logs - Line checks Qualifications - 2-5 years kitchen experience - BBQ experience preferred - Strong understanding of kitchen operations - ServSafe preferred Compensation Base Salary - Competitive - Health, Dental and Vision Insurance - Paid Vacation - Matching IRA Success Looks Like - No major items run out - Consistent brisket quality - Fast, organized line - Strong cost control - Well-trained team Culture Fit Rustic upscale barn experience with clean execution, consistent quality, and pride in craft BBQ.

Created: 2026-04-03