Compensation: $75 - $80
Chef and Founder Jon Wipfli (previously of The Bachelor Farmer), is bringing his celebrated Animales Barbeque Co. to life as a full-scale restaurant in the Harrison neighborhood of Minneapolis this summer. Known for bold, expertly smoked meats and inventive takes on Texas-style BBQ, Animales is expanding from a beloved food truck into a vibrant, family-friendly space with a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and live music.
We’re building a team of passionate, creative professionals who bring a deep respect for the work. Folks who lead by example, take pride in the details, and care about creating an environment that’s as strong behind the scenes as it is out front.
If you enjoy being the foundation of a team and creating culture, we want to hear from you!
The CDC is responsible for the overall operations and profitability of Animales as it pertains to food quality, SOPs and BOH culture. They take regular and accurate inventory of food products, control food ordering to ensure readiness but mitigate waste, and keep track of food costs. In addition, the CDC handles maintenance of all kitchen equipment as well as BOH hiring, training and scheduling.
Own Your Shifts
Take full responsibility for everything that happens during prep and service.
Do everything necessary and within your power to ensure daily operations are executed flawlessly and guests’ expectations are consistently exceeded.
Work the Floor
Be present and engaged during prep times & service.
Consistently observe the kitchen operations to understand where support is most needed and enlist necessary support while readily serving the team.
Lead by Example
Work alongside the team to showcase Animales values in every interaction.
Be the example of what you expect.
Deliver Exceptional, Fresh, and Crave-able Food
Take full ownership of the food that comes out of the kitchen while cultivating a culture in which all employees care about every plate because they care about every guest.
Own the path of food through the restaurant by developing and operating systems of ordering, product intake, prep, and production to ensure fresh, quality food is being served while continually improving efficiency of staff and systems.
Own Systems of Operation to Ensure Financial Success in the Back of House Operations
Take weekly food inventory and set the example when managing daily operational costs, instilling good habits for purchasing, scheduling, waste mitigation, and labor management.
Collaboratively establish targets and utilize costing, pricing, and tracking systems to continually attack opportunities for improvement.
Preserve Kitchen Equipment through Regular Maintenance and Repairs
Keep track of all maintenance programs and schedule regular cleanings and repairs if necessary.
Own pest control and ensure a clean environment to mitigate any potential issues.
Guarantee a Thriving Culture in the Back of House
Build a cohesive team based on Animales Values
Ensure the kitchen is staffed for success and efficiency and oversee the training and scheduling of team members.
Establish goals, initiatives, and areas of focus with members of the back of house team while delegating tasks that elevate team members and enhance engagement.
Attend and Lead regular meetings, 1-1 conversations, and the annual review process.
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