Job Description

A Look Into Working at Burdick's 

At Burdick's, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, whether it's in the ingredients we use, the dishes we prepare, or the service we deliver. As a member of our staff, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented chefs and experienced hospitality professionals who are dedicated to upholding our high standards. Whether you're cooking or serving up delicious pub fare, mixing craft cocktails behind the bar, or helping the kitchen run like a well oiled machine, your contributions are integral to our success. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

If you crave a workplace where you're embraced as part of a team, where your dedication to hospitality is cherished, and where each day offers fresh chances to leave a meaningful impact, then Burdick's could be your ideal destination.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Follow all Greenleaf Hospitality Group policies and procedures

• Be able to work closely with staff through strong communication and verbal skills

• Confidence and willing to take charge of any situation, including opening and closing, scheduling, and answering questions

• Communicate to staff the vision and daily goal of restaurant and Greenleaf Hospitality Group

• Hold an effective team huddle. Go over any special instructions and/or changes needed for the shift

• Maintain a strong visual presence

• Resolve any guest issues that may occur, leaving the guest with a positive experience

• Be available to all associates to answer questions, guide, and support them 

• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner 

• Ensure that all associates are being productive and providing personalized guest experiences

• Take full responsibility for the smooth, positive flow of the business with regards to both internal and external guests, Including being responsible for the daily success of the shift

• Maintain a clean restaurant 

• Motivate assigned staff and maintain a cohesive team

• Prioritize and organize work assignments and delegate  

• Be able to phase out the staff in a timely manner, making sure that we do not have too many or not enough people on at a particular time 

• Communicate any special menu alterations, food issues, etc. 

• Connect with teammates personally to build positive and trusting relationships

• Build an engaged culture through recognition of individual talents and contributions

• Responsible for onboarding, training, and coaching associates 

• Hold associates accountable to Greenleaf Hospitality Group standards and participate in counseling if required

• Staff schedule and labor expense control

• Financial and inventory trend analysis and actions that improve unit performance 

• Be able to cover stations as needed

• Ensure recipe integrity, meal quality, and customer satisfaction 

• Design and refine menu

• Work closely on menu cost

• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

• Conduct weekly safety inspections of the entire main kitchen area to ensure safety and security of employees

• A wide degree of creativity is expected

• Maintains cleanliness of food service area and equipment

• Be able to work with vendors and local growers to maintain stock levels and ensure standards of quality are met 

• If necessary, oversee offsite catering which would include offsite packaging and portioning procedures

• Specifications and recipes for all off sites and corresponding numbers

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What You Need for this Position

• Ability to lead a team

• Strong attention to detail

• Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours or more

• Able to stoop and bend

• Occasionally able to lift up to 40 pounds 

• Able to safely work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment

• Able to comply with safety and health code standards

• Able to handle responsibilities that require repetitive motion tasks

What's in it for You

• Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year

• Health and Wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.

• 10% Discount on GHG outlets

• Shift meal provided per day

• Discounted hotel rates at Choice Hotels worldwide

• Parental Leave Program 

• 401K with 100% match up to 3% 

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability/Life Insurance 

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Top Reasons to Work With GHG

• We are one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for

• You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team that is fun, high-energy, and passionate about Food and Beverage

• You will be able to utilize your skills in one of Southwest Michigan's largest bar and grill!