Kitchen Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe (or other food safety) certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of kitchen experience, with demonstrated ability to lead a station or shift (e.g., experienced Line Cook, Lead Line Cook).
• Must meet state and federal requirements for food handling.
• Solid working knowledge of kitchen techniques and station operations (sauté, grill, roasting, etc.).
• Basic understanding of food safety practices, prep yields, and kitchen organization.
• Familiarity with prep lists, product rotation, and basic inventory practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and leadership.
• Ability to stay organized, lead by example, and support the development of those around them.

Responsibilities

• Showcase an inherent desire to take care of others.
• Be a visible, active presence on the line during prep and service — leading by example with precision and care.
• Support the training and development of line cooks and prep associates through hands-on guidance and real-time coaching.
• Execute daily kitchen operations including prep lists, station readiness, and opening and closing duties on assigned shifts.
• Hold recipe, portioning, and presentation standards on every dish, every shift — no exceptions.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards at all times — no shortcuts, no exceptions.
• Taste food consistently throughout service to ensure every dish meets quality and consistency standards before it reaches the guest.
• Monitor product levels throughout the shift, flag inventory needs, and actively support waste reduction.
• Support the onboarding of new BOH associates and contribute to a positive team culture from day one.
• Communicate openly with front-of-house leadership to support smooth, coordinated service execution.
• Lead assigned shifts as the kitchen point person — owning opening and closing procedures and holding the team accountable throughout.
• Address team concerns in the moment with professionalism, calm, and follow-through.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety across all kitchen areas.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Exhibits a kind, welcoming, detail-oriented approach with a strong sense of urgency.
• All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in Sage bonus plan
• Unlimited paid time off
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid FMLA leave for up to a period of 12 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more.