Experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager
At Don Julio Restaurant Group, we are proud of our culture rooted in family, excellence, and innovation. Our “Culture of Yes” drives every interaction—with guests and team members alike. We lead with passion, authenticity, and pride in our Mexican and Peruvian heritage. Every team member is expected to go above and beyond to deliver unforgettable experiences that reflect our values of teamwork, quality, and service.
In leadership roles like the Assistant Kitchen Manager, you serve as a role model and culture carrier for your team. POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Kitchen Manager plays a vital leadership role within back-of-house operations at Don Julio Restaurant Group. This position supports the Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager in overseeing daily kitchen operations, supervising staff, ensuring culinary consistency, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and efficiency.
This is a full-time, hands-on leadership role requiring accountability, operational awareness, and the ability to lead by example in a high-volume kitchen environment. SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
- Schedule : Full-time position (40 hours per week)
- Hourly rate: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Supervise and lead kitchen staff during assigned shifts.
- Ensure food is prepared and presented according to Don Julio’s recipes and standards.
- Enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness requirements.
- Support scheduling, labor management, and daily kitchen operations.
- Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and cost control.
- Monitor ticket times, portion control, and plating consistency.
- Provide coaching and hands-on training to kitchen team members.
- Maintain communication with front-of-house leadership for smooth service flow.
- Uphold the “Culture of Yes” through accountability and professionalism.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational success.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen.
- Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen systems.
- Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and team leadership skills.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
This position requires the ability to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per shift).
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Bend, reach, stoop, and work in confined spaces.
- Work in hot, humid, high-pressure kitchen environments.
- Safely operate kitchen equipment including knives, ovens, fryers, and grills.
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