Culinary Manager

J. Wilson’s Restaurant
4821 West 6th Street
Lawrence, KS. 66047
785 691-9383
JWilsonsrestaurant.com

Are you a team player, culinary coach, motivator and leader? If so, we’re looking for you!
Email your resume to info@jwilsonsrestaurant.com or better yet, bring it in person.

We’re a locally owned, Lawrence, KS restaurant looking for a Head Culinary Manager to join our team. At J. Wilson’s, we value our staff as trusted team members who work together to achieve the same goal.

J. Wilson’s

● Local owners of J. Wilson’s and Johnny’s Tavern with 45 years of experience in the industry.
● Established in 2001 and has become a community destination.
● West Lawrence location, well-appointed dining room and quality kitchen facilities.
● Established apprentice program at Johnson County Community College.
● Voted Best of Lawrence over the years.
● Competitive salary based on experience.

Job: Head Culinary Manager

What you’ll bring to the team:
● Has a passion for working with a restaurant team and making the dream work!
● Is team-oriented, friendly and enthusiastic.
● Leads by example and encourages professionalism from staff.
● Has strong leadership, managerial, communication and time management skills.
● Is self-motivated and a good motivator.
● Has an attitude of gratitude, respect and pride.
● Is a good coach while remaining coachable.
● Is honest, expects and accepts honesty in return.
● Is organized yet thrives during hectic shifts.
● Keeps a cool head under pressure while practicing thoughtful, teachable moments.
● Creates accountability while remaining accountable to the business and others.
● Follow through to reach goals and deadlines with flexibility and adaptability.
● Adapts well to change.
● Assesses all situations before asking others to adapt to change.
● Is detail oriented.
● Understands the business and upholds good profitability of the restaurant.
● Has a good understanding of math and financial concepts.
● Has strong knowledge of health codes.
● Is competent in Microsoft Excel.
● Has good problem-solving skills.
● 2 years minimum management and restaurant experience preferred but not required.

Day to day you’ll…:
● Have overall responsibility for maintaining costs, high morale and a smooth-running kitchen.
● Develop profitable, seasonal menus while maintaining profitable food and labor costs.
● Support, communicate and collaborate well with culinary staff, FOH staff and owners.
● Maintain staff scheduling, labor budgets, training, mentoring.
● Source and negotiate with vendors for best quality and pricing.
● Establish and regulate protocols, procedures and expectations along with the GM.
● Ensure high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety.
● Prepare and present kitchen staff meetings and line-ups.
● Cook on the line, prep and/or expo when needed for volume, training and managing.
● Periodically visit the dining area and speak to guests.
● Maintain healthy communication and collaboration daily with FOH management.
● Report to GM and owners.

J. Wilson’s is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. All qualified applicants are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,816.34 - $55,176.66 per year

Experience level:

• 5 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Upscale casual restaurant

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lawrence, KS 66049: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 5 years (Preferred)
• Cooking: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,816 - $55,177