Kitchen Manager

Custom House Restaurant Group • Pismo Beach, CA

11m • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager is a key leader responsible for daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency in food production, cost controls, inventory management, and team supervision. This role executes established menus and systems with precision and works closely with the General Manager and ownership.

Requirements

• 3+ years kitchen management or comparable experience
• Strong operational, organizational, and leadership skills
• Experience with ordering, inventory, and cost controls
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (e.g., trays, cases, kegs); reasonable accommodations available
• Capable of working 8+ hour shifts on your feet
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Passion for food, beverage, and hospitality
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily BOH operations (prep, cooking, plating, quality)
• Hire, train, and schedule kitchen team
• Control food costs, ordering, and inventory
• Maintain sanitation and health code compliance
• Enforce portion control and recipe compliance
• Coach staff and manage performance issues
• Ensure kitchen safety and cleanliness
• Communicate effectively with FOH leadership

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Health insurance options
• 401k with a company matching program
• Paid time off
• Meals while working
• Opportunity to grow with a regional restaurant group

What This Job Offers

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