Assistant Kitchen Manager

Are you an ambitious culinary professional ready to step into a leadership role?

The Metropolitan Downtown is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our team in Cheyenne.

As a premier upscale casual destination, we serve an elevated New American menu featuring modern twists on comfortable classics in a polished upscale environment .

In this role, you will report directly to our Executive Chef , managing back-of-house shift operations, upholding strict quality standards, and mentoring our kitchen staff.

This is a developmental position designed for long-term growth; we provide a clear internal pathway to promotion to Sous Chef or Executive Chef .

• Support the Executive Chef: Assist in supervising daily back-of-house operations to ensure flawless execution of the menu.
• Lead the Line: Guide and support prep cooks, line cooks, and dishwashers during high-volume lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch services.
• Maintain Upscale Standards: Inspect plates for proper portion control, flavor profiles, and flawless presentation.
• Staff Mentorship: Onboard and coach team members on culinary techniques, knife skills, and kitchen equipment.
• Scheduling, Cost , & Inventory Control: Assist with scheduling kitchen staff, food ordering, stock rotation, inventory counts, and waste minimization to hit cost targets.