Kitchen Manager

Suser Restaurant Group•Highland Charter Twp, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager is a key leader within Suser Restaurant Group, responsible for overseeing all back of house operations and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and cleanliness across our kitchens. This role requires a hands-on leader who leads by example, develops their team, and takes ownership of the kitchen from prep through service. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, committed to excellence, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Requirements

2-3 years of kitchen management or chef experience in a full-service restaurant environment
Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong knowledge of cooking methods, techniques, ingredients, and equipment
Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, and ordering
Current knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation best practices
ServSafe certification preferred
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
Ability to work with a high degree of independence and make sound decisions under pressure
Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Passion for food, hospitality, and developing the next generation of culinary talent

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily back of house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service throughout every shift
Lead, coach, train, and develop the kitchen team, creating an environment where hard work, growth, and achievement are recognized and rewarded
Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all menu items
Ensure all health code requirements, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies are followed at all times
Manage food and labor costs, monitoring waste, controlling portions, and maximizing efficiency without compromising quality
Create and manage prep lists, line schedules, and station assignments to ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for every service
Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management, building strong relationships with vendors and ensuring the freshest ingredients are always on hand
Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, seasonal specials, and new item rollouts
Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, reporting any issues promptly and ensuring proper preventative maintenance is performed
Manage kitchen staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage while controlling labor costs
Conduct regular line checks before service to ensure all stations are properly stocked, organized, and ready
Enforce proper food rotation, labeling, and storage procedures at all times
Recruit, interview, and onboard new kitchen team members as needed
Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the values of Suser Restaurant Group