Kitchen Manager - Rocca Pizzeria Mid-City

Rocca Pizzeria, located in the heart of Baton Rouge's wonderful Mid-City, is looking for a full-time Kitchen Manager with open availability. In conjunction with restaurant leadership, the Kitchen Manager will maintain a high level of service in accordance with company standards. He/she will be responsible for the Back of the House operations and hands on production of high quality foods. The Kitchen Manager will also work with Sous Chef and Executive Chef to set production goals and expectations of the restaurant that align with the overall company’s goals. Some things you'll be doing: Responsible for executing the restaurant’s core lunch, dinner and brunch daypart menus. Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times through effective implementation and training of staff Oversee and train kitchen staff to ensure all BOH operations are running up to par Evaluates food products and establishes controls to minimize food and supply waste Create/Schedule/assign production sheets for prep and service Interview, select and train kitchen staff to ensure their leadership, mentoring, and technical skills continuously develop Work with the Restaurant Support Office in maintaining budget and costs of the BOH operations Maintain food cost standards, upkeep of inventory and purchasing Maintain a variety of Company reports at the restaurant level (daily reports, reservation logs, etc.) Represent the company at various culinary and charitable events Requirements: 2 years of BOH experience required, at least 1 year of supervision Culinary school diploma a plus, but not required ServeSafe Certification required Demonstrated knowledge of menu and recipe development Must have experience and thorough knowledge of techniques, methods and equipment used in preparing and cooking high quality food in a high volume setting Must have considerable knowledge of food service management, nutrition, menu planning, and food safety Proven ability in positively teaching and mentoring kitchen employees Exceptional communication and supervisory skills Opening experience not required but a plus Flexibility to work long hours, holidays, and weekends a must What's in it for you? We offer competitive wages paid bi-weekly, medical insurance (after 1 yr of service), and paid time off. ROCCA features small plate menu, with limitless opportunities for creativity. We encourage our employees to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development with our brand of restaurants. Benefit Conditions: Waiting period and qualification may apply Job Duties: Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner Follow recipes and presentation specifications Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety and sanitation Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment Restock items as needed throughout the shift Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes Job Type: Full-time Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Work Location: In person