Bow Mar - Assistant Kitchen Manager Bow Mar- Hourly

Walters303 Pizzeria & Publik House Bow Mar

Position: Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM)

Always Funky. Always Consistent. Always Leading from the Line.

About Us

Walters303 isnt just a pizza joint its a high-volume, hospitality-driven operation built on consistency, culture, and team accountability.

At our Bow Mar location, were looking for an Assistant Kitchen Manager (AKM) who leads from the front, owns the details, and elevates the entire BOH team.

This role is for someone who understands that leadership isnt a title its action. You set the tone, protect the standards, and help build a team where not my job doesnt exist.

Position Overview

The Assistant Kitchen Manager supports the Kitchen Manager and ownership team in executing all kitchen operations, including food quality, team leadership, inventory control, prep systems, and food safety compliance.

You are responsible for ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently, profitably, and consistently while developing the team and maintaining Walters303 standards every shift.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Leadership & Culture

Lead shifts with urgency, accountability, and a team-first mentality
Train, coach, and develop BOH team members (Prep, Pizza, Dish)
Set expectations and hold the line on performance and standards
Foster a positive, respectful, high-energy kitchen culture
Step into any position when needed no ego, no silos

Food Quality & Execution

Ensure all food meets Walters303 standards for quality, consistency, and presentation
Oversee pizza production, prep execution, and ticket flow
Maintain recipe adherence and portion control
Monitor ticket times and kitchen efficiency during peak service

Inventory, Ordering & Cost Control

Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory management
Maintain proper storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation
Control food cost through waste reduction and accurate prep
Track and communicate product shortages or variances

Food Safety & Compliance (Colorado Standards)

Enforce all CDPHE food safety regulations and local health codes
Maintain active Food Protection Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent)
Ensure proper temperature logs, sanitation procedures, and cleaning schedules
Prepare for and support health inspections
Enforce safe food handling, allergen awareness, and cross-contamination prevention

Operations & Systems

Support scheduling based on sales volume and labor targets
Assist in achieving labor percentage and food cost goals
Utilize systems (Toast, prep lists, pars) to maintain consistency
Communicate effectively with FOH leadership to ensure smooth service

What Were Looking For

Core Traits

Leader, not a boss earns respect through action
Team-first mentality jumps in wherever needed
Detail-focused consistency is non-negotiable
Calm under pressure thrives in high-volume service
Accountable owns results, good or bad

Experience

2+ years kitchen leadership experience (Shift Lead, Sous Chef, or AKM)
High-volume restaurant or pizzeria experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of prep systems, line flow, and kitchen organization
Experience with inventory, ordering, and cost controls

Certifications & Requirements (Colorado-Aligned)

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (required or obtained within 30 days)
Knowledge of Colorado food safety regulations (CDPHE standards)
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50 lbs

Compensation & Perks

Competitive hourly (based on experience)
Bonus potential tied to performance (food cost, labor, operations execution)
Health benefits (based on eligibility)
Employee discounts on food and beverage
Growth path to Kitchen Manager and multi-unit leadership
A culture built on accountability, development, and being Always Funky

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Kitchen runs clean, organized, and on time even during peak volume
Food is consistent every shift, regardless of who is on the line
Team is trained, motivated, and accountable
Food cost and waste are controlled
Health inspections are passed confidently and consistently

Final Word

This is not a clipboard job. This is a lead-from-the-line, earn-your-stripes, build-a-team role.

If youre the type who sees a problem and fixes it, supports your team without being asked, and takes pride in running a tight, high-performing kitchen youll fit right in.

Join the Walters303 All-Stars and help bring the funk to Bow Mar.

Compensation details: 22-25 Hourly Wage

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