Royal Craft Kitchen Assistant Manager - Pataskala

About the role

Royal Craft Kitchen Assistant Managers are more than supervisors—they’re leaders who inspire teamwork, uphold quality, and ensure every guest enjoys a fresh, memorable meal. We’re looking for motivated, hands-on individuals who lead by example, support their team, and take pride in creating a positive, efficient kitchen environment where both employees and customers feel valued.

Responsibilities

• Guide team members through daily tasks to keep the kitchen running smoothly and boost sales performance.
• Supervise staff in cooking, serving, packaging, and counter service to ensure quality and consistency.
• Oversee storage, rotation, and maintenance to keep ingredients fresh and minimize waste.
• Assist with food inventory, ordering, and sales goals to meet department targets.
• Create shift schedules and assign responsibilities to keep coverage balanced and efficient.
• Support the onboarding and training of new team members to set them up for success.
• Ensure staff follow company policies, food safety standards, and store procedures.
• Verify that all products are properly labeled with correct pricing and expiration dates.
• Track stock levels to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Operate and care for kitchen tools and machinery safely and effectively.
• Receive, unload, and organize incoming food deliveries promptly.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of leadership experience in retail or food service
• Team-first mindset with strong communication skills
• Comfortable with leading, inventory, and basic store systems
• Familiar with POS systems and basic software (Word, Excel, Email)
• ServeSafe certification – required or willingness to obtain
• Committed to creating a welcoming experience for every guest
• Physical stamina and mobility: repetitive movements (bending, reaching), standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working in outdoor areas or temperature-controlled spaces like walk-in coolers

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.