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Bonefish Grill

Assistant Culinary Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

Follow recipe cards with no compromise * Review daily sanitation checklists and conduct checks ... Passing grade in Assessment testing * Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule * Legal ...

Bonefish Grill

Assistant Culinary Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

Follow recipe cards with no compromise * Review daily sanitation checklists and conduct checks ... Passing grade in Assessment testing * Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule * Legal ...

Fleming's

Sous Chef

Memphis, TN

$44K - $60K/yr

Ensuring line checks, testing, training, recipe adherence, expo management, cook times, cooking ... assistant Callie. We look forward to hearing from you!

Bonefish Grill

Culinary Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

... testing, training, recipe adherence, window management, cook times, etc. * Verifying that all menu ... assistant Parker. We look forward to hearing from you!

Bonefish Grill

Culinary Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

... testing, training, recipe adherence, window management, cook times, etc. * Verifying that all menu ... assistant Parker. We look forward to hearing from you!

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What is an assistant recipe tester?

An Assistant Recipe Tester helps evaluate and refine recipes by measuring ingredients, following cooking procedures, and recording results. They ensure consistency, taste, and presentation meet expectations. Their role may also involve providing feedback to improve texture, flavor, and overall quality. They often work under the supervision of a head recipe developer or chef.

What does an assistant recipe tester do?

As an Assistant Recipe Tester, your day usually involves preparing and cooking recipes according to specific instructions, meticulously recording results, and providing feedback on taste, texture, presentation, and clarity of recipe directions. You’ll regularly collaborate with chefs, food scientists, and culinary editors to refine recipes and address any inconsistencies or areas for improvement. The pace can be fast, especially close to publishing deadlines or during product development sprints, and flexibility is important as recipes and tasks may vary daily. This hands-on role provides great exposure to food innovation and is ideal for those eager to grow in the culinary field.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant recipe tester?

To excel as an Assistant Recipe Tester, you should possess strong culinary knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately follow recipe instructions, often supported by formal culinary education or equivalent kitchen experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, digital recipe management tools, and food safety certifications (such as ServSafe) are commonly required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills help you collaborate effectively with chefs, food developers, and other testers. These competencies ensure recipes are tested efficiently, results are consistently documented, and high-quality standards are maintained.

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Assistant Kitchen Manager

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Johnson City, TN

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 18 hours ago

Carrabba's Italian Grill rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

71st of 88 rated restaurants

Job description

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At Carrabba's Italian Grill, we value having fun and creating memories that last a lifetime. Our atmosphere and hospitality for our guests are old-world Italian with a new-world feel.  We provide our team members with a place to gain valuable experience, career growth and a sense of pride.  Our goal is to allow your passion for food, love of family and hospitality in your heart to create memorable experiences for all of our guests.


With limited supervision, the Assistant Kitchen Manager supports back-of-house team members and Kitchen Managers by maintaining restaurant kitchen standards and consistently achieving overall quality daily. An ideal candidate should be a leader with a coaching attitude who enjoys helping the restaurant management team and team members run efficient back-of-house operations.  


POSITION DETAILS 

  • Maintain high employment standards consistent with Bloomin' Brands policies 
  • Assist in set ups for the opening crew in the kitchen 
  • Check schedule for in-coming team members 
  • Adhere to and coach on security procedures 
  • Evaluate the close from night before 
  • Review daily inventory 
  • Prepare to receive orders 
  • Track of shelf-life adherence 
  • Check temps on freezer, dish machine and refrigeration units before prepping 
  • Learn flavor profiles and specifications of menu items 
  • Follow recipe cards with no compromise 
  • Review daily sanitation checklists and conduct checks 
  • Conduct daily health inspections 
  • Adhere to sanitation, temperature and food safety standards 
  • Work the flow and timeliness of tickets to ensure exceptional cook times 


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

  • Certified trainer in any back-of-house functions 
  • Passing grade in Assessment testing 
  • Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule 
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States 
  • Minimum 21 years of age 


PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS 

  • Previous experience in restaurant industry 
  • Previously held positions of leadership 
  • Trained and proficient in all areas of back-of-house functions 

Bloomin Brands offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Further details around eligibility and additional benefit offerings can be found at https://bloominbrandsbenefits.com/   


Compensation Range: Varies by Location -


We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.   


Join for the Fun, Stay for the Career! If you are looking for a great place to work, have fun, and make money, click the link below to apply! A new window will open where you can complete your application with the help of our virtual assistant Tony. We look forward to hearing from you!

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