Kitchen Manager | Casual Concept | $65k, Benefits | Lewes, DE
Marty Tarabar•Lewes, DE
•Onsite
About The Position
A fast-paced, family-friendly brewery restaurant and beer garden in Lewes is looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. We’re known for our backyard-cookout-inspired menu, scratch-made pub favorites, live music, and a fun, all-ages atmosphere with indoor + outdoor seating.
Requirements
- 3+ years as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine in a high-volume restaurant or brewpub
- Strong leadership and communication skills — you coach in the moment and lead by example
- Experience with menu costing, inventory systems, and P&L responsibility
- ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain; strong knowledge of HACCP procedures
- Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, especially during beach season
- Passion for made-from-scratch food and creating memorable guest experiences in a casual, energetic setting
Responsibilities
- Lead daily back-of-house operations in a high-volume kitchen serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch
- Hire, train, and develop a team of cooks and kitchen staff focused on quality, consistency, and safety
- Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to hit COGS and quality targets
- Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards across all shifts
- Partner with the GM and front-of-house to execute seasonal menus, specials, and large events
- Ensure timely, craveable execution of items like slow-cooked wings, burgers, nachos, crab dip, and rotating features
- Foster a positive, team-first culture that keeps turnover low and morale high
Benefits
- Benefits package included
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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