Kitchen Manager

FatCats • Queen Creek, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

A Kitchen Manager oversees the daily operations of a kitchen, ensuring food quality, safety, and efficiency. They lead staff, manage inventory, control costs, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction.

Requirements

• 2–5+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen, often with leadership experience
• Previous roles such as line cook, sous chef, or assistant kitchen manager preferred
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Basic budgeting, inventory, and cost control experience

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe certification, preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff (cooks, prep, dishwashers)
• Ensure food is prepared consistently and meets quality standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost control
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Create schedules and manage labor costs
• Train and develop kitchen employees
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff for smooth service
• Handle equipment maintenance and kitchen organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed