State Park – Kitchen Manager

Posted on May 03, 2024

Cambridge - Kendall Square

State Park is a “restaurant disguised as a bar”, that’s been shaking drinks and playing tunes for the people of Cambridge since 2013. Our menu is stacked with playful twists on bar classics and nods to the history of the neighborhood watering hole, complete with a pool table and pinball machines. On the employee side, we have competitive pay and benefits and are a leading advocate for pay equity between the front and back of house.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced person, looking to learn and grow. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, well organized and has a commitment to excellence. The Kitchen Manager assists with supervising and managing all aspects of the kitchen and production of all items, while keeping with our standards of food quality and restaurant cleanliness. Qualified candidates will have three years of line cooking experience in a kitchen-driven or fine-dining environment. They will have a solid understanding of restaurant operations and service, cost control, and an ability to manage and inspire a team.

Joining Vincent’s and the three Mamaleh’s locations under the banner of Big Dipper Hospitality Group, State Park is able to provide more traditional career infrastructure than many neighborhood bars. Our HR department is extremely helpful when it comes to walking staff members through the benefits associated with working at BDHG such as, parking, discounted gym membership, Matched Simple IRA, and health insurance (for full time employees).

Benefits available to you include:

Ten Days of Paid Vacation
Life/Accidental Death & Disability (AD&D) Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance: 100% company sponsored
Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package available after 90 days for full time employees (25+ hrs/wk)
Simple IRA + up to 3% Company Match: Invest in your retirement while lowering your taxable income
Dining Programs: Enjoy up to a 50% discount at all restaurant locations,+ Perks at Work: An employee discount program for services and products.
Discounted Gym Membership: Located on the One Kendall Square campus
Generous Employee Referral Program
Career Mentorship and Growth Potential

Responsibilities:

The kitchen manager will assist in managing the line and ensuring the flow of service is efficient and smooth. The kitchen manager will be able to work in a diverse environment and create and have input on new menu creations. Key responsibilities will be overseeing service, ordering, inventory, schedule writing, and training and working with the staff (line cooks, prep cooks, etc.) The kitchen manager will work with the Executive Chef and all restaurant management team members to ensure the restaurant operates according to the standards set by the ownership team and the Big Dipper Hospitality Group. State Park’s managers are integral and active members of service. State Park’s managers are expected to be hands-on with the BOH, the service team, and management from the beginning of the service period until business decline.

KITCHEN

Positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with high expectations for quality of service.
Monitor and ensure that standard kitchen operating procedures are met.
Able to multi-task, prioritize, and move with a sense of urgency.
Manage all kitchen employees, including training and mentoring
Support and manage prep for service; ensure all prep items and recipes are made to standard
Oversee the line during service while monitoring cooks’ progress and flow of service
Oversee the flow of the kitchen and the flow of food to maintain service standards
Maintain mental athleticism in the coordination of tickets and sending out plates
Quality check plate presentation and cleanliness before dishes leave the kitchen
Monitor the receiving of all product to ensure it meets restaurant standards
Maintaining cleanliness of any BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas
Troubleshoot general daily issues with orders, equipment, and staffing
Execute Inventory on a monthly basis.
Place food and dry goods order with Vendors.

ADMINISTRATIVE

Schedule staff; Assist in payroll related responsibility
Send hr related processes such as trail paperwork, worker’s comp, and accident reports.
Manage inventory and costs with the Executive Chef
Support staffing needs for BOH open positions
Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.

Skills and Requirements:

3+ years of related (high volume) experience required
Detail oriented, organized and professional
Solid cooking techniques, strong knife skills, food safety and sanitation knowledge
Competency at working all stations and set a standard for how the line cooks work each station
Be a source of positivity for the BOH staff with a “yes we can” attitude
Sense of urgency and comfort in a fast-paced environment
Ability to stay calm under pressure
Work collaboratively with BOH staff and FOH staff
Strong and professional communication skills, both with supervisees and co-managers.
Able to take constructive criticism, learn quickly and constantly improve

The Following Qualifications Are Strongly Preferred:

Culinary management experience
High volume, fast-paced restaurant experience
Comprehensive food and beverage knowledge
Exceptional service and floor skills
Self-motivated individual who can think and adapt quickly
Spanish speaking, strong computer skills are a plus
Flexible schedule and ability to work various hours

About Big Dipper Hospitality Group We are committed to providing the best possible work environment and exemplary work practices for our employees. Daily, we work to nurture an inclusive workplace where all staff feel included, respected, and valued. We offer competitive wages as well as a meaningful benefits package, and we continue to make strides towards evolving our business practices to address some of the intrinsic injustices in the tipped model of the hospitality industry.

BDHG Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees in regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

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