Founded by Chef Bruno Macchiavello and Randy Garcia in 2013, VIVA Chicken is a charcoal-fire rotisserie joint specializing in the authentic Pollo a la Brasa found on the streets of Peru. To complement the hottest, freshest chicken, VIVA also prepares three Peruvian sauces daily at each restaurant - Aji Amarillo (Mild, Yellow), Huacatay (Medium, Green) and Rocoto (Hot, Red), plus a variety of sides and house-made juices. VIVA promises distinctive and flavorful menu items packed with inspired recipes in a vibrant, inviting atmosphere. Named one of Restaurant Business Magazine’s Top 50 Emerging Brands in 2022, Macchiavello and Garcia have grown to share their passion and remain a homegrown company that cares about its employees, guests and community. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, VIVA Chicken has 17 restaurants across the Carolinas, Georgia and Utah with more to come.

We are looking for Kitchen Managers who will have a passion for serving the Hottest Freshest Chicken who would like to grow with us. Kitchen Managers start at $50,000-$60,000/yr. base salary. Total compensation with bonus ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 per year!

Viva Chicken esta buscando Miembros de Equipo de Restaurante (Cocina Gerente) para unirse al corazón de nuestros restaurantes en preparar el Pollo a la Brasa mas Caliente y Fresco y deliciosa cocina peruana!

Ven y únete a Viva Chicken para ser parte del equipo que sirve el Pollo a la Brasa Mas Caliente y Fresco con Pasión por la Comida y Obsesión al Servicio.

Viva Chicken es un lugar casual y veloz que se especializa en el rostizado al carbon del auténtico Pollo a la Brasa que se encuentra en las calles de Perú. En Viva, encontrarás una cocina "desde cero" donde nuestra comida se prepara fresca todos los días. Nuestra promesa es servir el pollo más caliente y fresco con un compromiso de calidad que se translada a la preparación de nuestro Pollo a la Brasa con nuestro horno asador peruano hecho a mano. Viva promete elementos de menú distintivos y sabrosos repletos de recetas inspiradas que transformarán tu paladar.

Benefits of joining our team:

• Viva 401K – Start planning for your future! Once eligible, Viva Chicken will match your contribution dollar for dollar up to 4% of your total earnings for the year!

• EWA (Earned Wage Access) - have access to half of your earned wages before payday

• Competitive Bonus plan that rewards performance!

• Quality of life work schedule. – 5-day work week and 50-hours. Our restaurants close at 9:00 pm every night.

• Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Close early Christmas Eve. Managers are paid for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

• 2-weeks of paid vacation – 1 week after the first 6 months, 2nd week after 1-year employment. Kitchen Managers in their role for 5-years receive a 3rd week of vacation!

• 40 hours of Sick Pay (after 1-year employment).

• Free shift meals – and the ability to purchase discounted food.

• Opportunity to participate in Insurance with a choice of two medical plans that provide comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage with options to add dental and vision. When enrolled, Viva provides a FREE $25,000 life insurance policy.

• Paid Maternity Leave - eligible for up to 6-weeks paid leave (after 1-year employment).

• Enrollment in Recuro (telemedicine). Speak with a doctor anytime and pay no consultation fee. Recuro doctors diagnose acute, non-emergent medical conditions and prescribe medications when clinically appropriate.

• Employee Assistance Program at NO COST includes 24/7 crisis service (100% confidential), mental health, relationships, substance abuse, marital conflicts, and financial issues for you and your household members. In-person sessions with a counselor for you and your dependents. Unlimited toll-free phone access and online resources.

• Team Member Engagement – “Random Acts of Kindness” – robust online training, recognition of Star Performers with FUN prizes. We celebrate you! – your birthday and work anniversary!

• Management mentoring and Leadership development

Requirements / Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of culinary management experience in a high volume, fast-paced environment is helpful.

• Responsible for operations and ensuring we are exceeding guest expectations with a passion for food safety, people, and service.

• Mind set of maintaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive work environment filled with respect for all. We want everyone to feel like “I belong at Viva Chicken”!

• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities at once including restaurant operations and catering events working with and through the back of the house team.

• Responsible for recruiting, training, cross-training and retaining the kitchen staff as well as scheduling, giving feedback, and being collaborative explaining the WHY’ with staff.

• Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to mentor coach, teach and give feedback.

• Commitment to food quality, recipe adherence, and consistency. Has a strong grasp of health and sanitation requirements and runs a Neat, Clean and Organized kitchen.

• Strong understanding of cost controls within food cost and labor deployment of hours. Ability to follow established Best Practices.

• Ability to teach and coach Shift Leaders to take on more responsibility and manage more effectively.

• We are looking for candidates who have a proven track record of “People Development” and are excited about training and developing the team.

• Must be able to reach, bend, balance and carry large objects within the kitchen repeatedly throughout your shift.

Multiple locations are open in and around Charlotte. NC, Greenville and Charleston, SC and Atlanta with many opportunities for advancement and growth.

Learn more about Viva - Check out our website and our reviews: www.vivachicken.com

Why Work For Viva: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vivachicken/life/ and employee newsletter here Coop Scoop!

Viva Chicken is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.