SoCal Executive Kitchen Manager

Din Tai Fung North America • Los Angeles, CA

5d • $116,800 - $146,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Kitchen Manager is the co-leader of the restaurant, working in partnership with the General Manager to ensure overall success. They take full ownership of back-of-house operations, leading kitchen staff, managing inventory, controlling costs, and maintaining high standards for food quality, safety, and cleanliness. With a strong focus on team development, financial performance, and operational efficiency, they play a critical role in driving the restaurant’s culture and success.

Requirements

• 3+ years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen operations, including inventory and cost control.
• Proven leadership skills with experience hiring, training, and developing back-of-house teams.
• Ability to manage budgets and interpret financial statements (e.g., food cost, labor cost, P&L).
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and able to provide documentation to work in the United States legally

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree
• Proficiency with scheduling and inventory software

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, quality control, and food safety compliance. Responsible for maintaining brand standards and smooth day-to-day execution.
• Ensures a clean, safe, and compliant restaurant environment by monitoring HSE standards and addressing noncompliance with internal and external regulations.
• Leads by example, fostering a positive work ethic and professional environment.
• Builds team capability through hiring, training, coaching, and motivating staff to align with company goals.
• Sets clear performance objectives for team members and holds them accountable through consistent evaluation and corrective action when needed.
• Communicates business strategies and goals clearly to staff, aligning them with the broader company mission.
• Maintains transparency with upper management through reporting and participation in meetings.
• Manages departmental budgets, understands financial reports, monitors profitability, and ensures compliance with accounting procedures and budget goals.
• Drives kitchen-related initiatives to boost sales and improve profitability, including setting production goals and managing control systems.
• Develops and maintains work schedules to meet business needs and labor budgets.
• Ensures proper staffing levels by hiring qualified team members and creating a strong leadership bench.
• Oversees inventory control, ensures timely and accurate ordering, and maintains strong vendor relationships to support operational efficiency and product quality.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts through BenefitHub
• Employee Meal Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
• Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
• Car Allowance
• Bonus Eligible
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree