Assistant Kitchen Manager

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Kitchen Manager and lead the kitchen team in their absence
• Ensure high standards of service efficiency, sanitation, training, and safety practices
• Manage food quality, consistency, plate presentation, and adherence to recipe guidelines
• Oversee station setup, cooking, ticket times, and waste prevention
• Assist with ordering, inventory, receiving, and maintaining par levels
• Coordinate culinary schedules, labor control, and duty assignments
• Develop, coach, discipline, and mentor team members
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure proper food storage and equipment maintenance
• Investigate and resolve food quality complaints
• Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to security procedures

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in varied kitchen positions (food prep, line cook, fry cook, expediter)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a management or supervisor role
• Active ServSafe Manager certificate
• High familiarity with kitchen equipment, processes, and health/safety guidelines
• Ability to delegate tasks and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills for interacting with diverse staff
• Physical ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

About the Company

PopStroke is a founder-led brand built on energy, culture, and momentum. We focus on building something special through teamwork, ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.