Assistant Kitchen Manager at Burma Food Group

Location: Burma Love Menlo Park

Position: Assistant Kitchen Manager

Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 (DOE)

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired! 

At Burma Food Group, we are more than just a company - we are a family of passionate individuals who believe that foo is a celebration, a source of discovery and a way to connect with culture. From our first restaurant, Burma Superstar, we`ve grown into a thriving family of restaurants (Burma Love and Burma Bites), a retail line, a non-profit organization and this is just the beginning. 

Burma Food Group is a skilled and experienced ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER to play a critical role in supporting the Executive Chef in managing the kitchen and ensuring that all dishes reflect the authentic flavors of one of our Southeast Asian inspired restaurants nestled in the heart of the peninsula. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 + years of experience in the restaurant industry with a strong flair of creating mouthwatering dishes, menu development and the ability to aspire and mentor a team of culinary professionals. 

As an ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER, you will work alongside our Executive Chef to manage day to day kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality food and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. You will help head a talented kitchen team, support staff-development, and ensure the consistent delivery of excellent food and service. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking and plating
• Supervise, train and mentor kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, cooking techniques and safety practices
• Ensure the consistency of food quality, presentation and portion control
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving ingredients and supplies
• Enforce food safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with local health regulations
• Collaborate with Front-of-House (FOH) team to ensure seamless communication and an outstanding dining experience for guests
• Help in menu development, testing new dishes and creating daily specials
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong organizational skills and working efficiently under pressure

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Kitchen Manager or in a similar role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• Strong culinary knowledge and skills with a passion for food and creating memorable dishes
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and health regulations
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both kitchen and Front-of-House (FOH) staff
• Ability to acquire a California Food Handlers and Sexual Harassment certification (before or within 2 + weeks of hire date)

A few reasons why you`ll love your job:

• Opportunity to be a part of a growing and passionate company and team
• Unique opportunity to bridge cultures through food
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k)
• Family meals provided
• Dining discounts across family of restaurants

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO):

Burma Food Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and other protected classes. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, Burma Food Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.