Kitchen Manager Tenn Pin Alley - Family Entertainment Center |

Columbia, Tennessee Position:

Full-time |

Schedule:

Evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed |

Pay:

Competitive and based on experience Looking to join a team that works hard, supports one another, and knows how to create memorable experiences. At Tenn Pin Alley, our kitchen is at the heart of our entertainment experience where teamwork, energy, and pride in great food matter every day. As Kitchen Manager, you'll lead a close-knit crew, help shape a positive workplace, and have a visible impact on every guest's experience. About the Role Bring your leadership skills to a place where great food and great times come together. Tenn Pin Alley is looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager who can energize a team, deliver exceptional food, and make every guest's visit memorable. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting, take pride in a well-run kitchen, and enjoy coaching people to do their best work, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Own Set the pace for the kitchen by leading, training, scheduling, and motivating a dependable team. Manage and develop 20-30 inspiring team members to exceed guest expectation. Display financial skills by summarizing and analyzing information for sales, budgets, cost controls and service objectives. Exhibit our core values by creating innovating improvements and collaborating with others while being accountable for measurable, high quality and timely results. Keep food preparation and service moving efficiently while protecting quality, presentation, and ticket times. Create consistency guests can count on through strong recipes, portions, and operating standards. Take ownership of inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and waste reduction. Help achieve food and labor cost goals through thoughtful planning and day-to-day decisions. Champion food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety on every shift. Maintain a clean, organized, fully stocked, and inspection-ready kitchen. Partner with other managers to deliver smooth service during busy periods, parties, and special events. Stay calm under pressure and solve staffing, equipment, and service challenges quickly. Build a workplace culture centered on respect, accountability, teamwork, and pride. You'll Be a Great Fit If You Have kitchen leadership or restaurant management experience— and are ready to take the next step in your career. Have 3+ years' experience in restaurant/hospitality management Have a keen eye and attention to detail, organization and guest satisfaction Work well as a team with a proven leadership capabilities Understand food preparation, sanitation, inventory, and cost control. Lead with confidence, communicate clearly, and make smart decisions in a high-volume environment. Are dependable, organized, and comfortable holding yourself and others accountable. Can stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 pounds. Hold a food-safety manager certification or are willing to obtain one. Can work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Prior experience in menu ideation & creation Experience working with specialized private event menus and execution. Why Join Tenn Pin Alley? Competitive pay that recognizes your experience. A guest-focused workplace where no two shifts are exactly alike. The opportunity to shape kitchen standards and make a visible impact. Room to grow as the business grows. Employee perks and benefits may be available based on position and eligibility. Health, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance. Paid vacation and PTO days. How to Apply Ready to lead a kitchen where food, fun, and teamwork come together? Apply today by submitting your résumé and a brief note about your kitchen leadership experience. Please include your availability and preferred contact information. We look forward to hearing what you can bring to the Tenn Pin Alley team. Tenn Pin Alley is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person