Kitchen Manager, New Belgium Brewing

High Flying Foods • Denver, CO

14d • $73,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Manager leads the day-to-day back-of-house operations for the New Belgium Brewing restaurant at Denver International Airport. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for delivering exceptional food quality, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and driving efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Working closely with restaurant leadership, the Kitchen Manager coaches and develops the culinary team, reinforces operating standards, and ensures consistent execution to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a high-volume restaurant kitchen
• 1+ year of experience as a Kitchen Manager, or similar kitchen leadership role
• Required experience in a scratch kitchen with the ability to consistently execute recipes using fresh, raw ingredients while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and make sound decisions during high-volume service
• Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment safely and demonstrate proper knife skills
• Food Handler's Card (or ability to obtain upon hire, as required by law)
• Open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift throughout the duration of a shift
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced airport environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with inventory, prep planning, and kitchen organization preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the kitchen team during shifts by assigning stations, managing breaks, coordinating ticket flow, and providing real-time support.
• Follow and reinforce all recipes, portion standards, food presentation standards, and company operating procedures.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to ensure consistent execution and adherence to company standards.
• Assist with inventory counts, product ordering, receiving deliveries, and proper product storage and rotation (FIFO).
• Ensure all kitchen stations are properly stocked, organized, and set up for service.
• Verify that all kitchen equipment is properly operated, cleaned, maintained, and broken down according to company standards.
• Complete opening and closing responsibilities, including kitchen communication, vendor deliveries, and other operational tasks as assigned.
• Assign and monitor daily cleaning tasks to ensure sanitation and food safety standards are consistently met.
• Step into production during busy periods to support the team and maintain service standards.
• Communicate staffing or operational concerns to the Kitchen Manager and assist with shift coverage when needed.
• Help maintain a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $73,000 - $78,000 annually
• Quarterly Bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match
• Free RTD EcoPass and free airport parking
• Free employee meals during shifts
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Vacation: 10 days per year (accrued bi-weekly based on hours worked) and 24 hours per year for Floating Holiday
• Paid Sick Leave: Up to 56 hours annually (accrued bi-weekly based on hours worked)
• Up to 80 hours of Public Health Emergency leave (as declared)
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

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