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We aren’t here to simply run venues - we’re here to build something special together.\nAt PopStroke, every team member has limitless potential to become who they want to be. We encourage bold ideas, celebrate growth, and believe that when you’re supported, challenged, and trusted, you rise.\nWe solve problems together, jump in, and move the needle every day because we care. We lead with ownership, back each other up, and never lose sight of the fun along the way.\nThis mindset; the drive, the heart, the teamwork is what we call The PopStroke Way.\nOur Core Values\nMake It Fun\nIf it’s not fun, rethink how we’re doing it.\nWe bring creativity, positivity, and joy into everything we do, from guest interactions, doing hard things, and how we support one another.\nBring the Energy\nYour vibe sets the tone.\nEvery leader and team member influences the experience. Show up with enthusiasm, optimism, and presence.\nRoll Up Your Sleeves\nSee it. Fix it. Jump in.\nWe are hands-on, problem solvers that jump in and become part of the solution. We leave things better than we found them.\nOwn It\nLive your role with an owner’s mindset.\nWe take pride in our work, hold ourselves accountable, and treat the business like it’s our own.\nGet Off the Hamster Wheel\nDon’t repeat yesterday - rethink, improve, grow.\nWe challenge “the way it’s always been done” and are always looking for better ways to serve our guests and each other.\nIf mixing drinks is your jam and spreading good vibes is your game, then it's time to shine on our greens!\nAbout the role\nThe Assistant Kitchen Manager is responsible for providing support to the Kitchen Manager while exhibiting leadership and direction to the kitchen team. The Assistant Kitchen Manager manages operations and personnel in the absence of the Kitchen Manager. They are responsible for the quality of food while ensuring seamless operations of all culinary functions.\nThe Assistant Kitchen Manager reports to the Kitchen Manager.\nWhat you'll do\nEnsure a high standard of service efficiency, sanitation, and training and safety practices.\nEnsure compliance with and adhere to operational standards, company policies, federal/state/local laws, and ordinances.\nAbility to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen.\nSet up stations and cook menu items in cooperation with the kitchen team.\nResponsible for appropriate ticket times, quality and consistency of products, and waste prevention; ensure the highest quality product reaches our guests and meets specifications\nEnsure proper plate presentation and adherence to product specifications and recipe guidelines.\nAssist with coordinating and production of events and functions.\nEnsure that the kitchen is properly cleaned on a regular schedule, food is stored or disposed of properly; is responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment, and food storage areas.\nAssist with ordering procedures to maintain appropriate par levels of all kitchen products & supplies. Assist with inventories and receiving.\nEnsure accurate completion of culinary schedules in accordance with forecasted business volume.\nAssist Kitchen Manager with labor control and assigning duties to team members.\nAccountable for the development, coaching, discipline, and mentoring of team members. Assist in training new team members.\nMaintain a high level of knowledge regarding the company’s products and happenings.\nInvestigate and resolve complaints concerning food quality.\nUnderstand and utilize all safety and sanitation practices; immediately rectify and/or report any unsafe working conditions, accidents, operational needs, and equipment or aspects of the kitchen in need of repair.\nEnsure that proper security procedures are in place to protect employees, guests, and company assets. 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