Kitchen Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 2 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant; equivalent combinations of professional experience and relevant academic achievements may be considered.
• Strong understanding of back-of-house operations, including staff supervision, inventory management, food and labor cost controls, and maintaining product quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams, with strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven success managing food costs, labor expenses, inventory controls, and other key operational metrics.
• Current knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance standards, with commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs and operational demands.
• Track record of professional growth, stability, and commitment to excellence.
• Enthusiasm for hospitality and creating memorable experiences for guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in delivering exceptional guest experiences and foster hospitality, accountability, and a “Do Whatever It Takes” mindset.
• Support management of labor and operating expenses through effective planning and execution to meet or exceed budget and profitability goals.
• Assist with inventory management, including purchasing, ordering, biweekly and monthly inventories, and maintaining appropriate product levels.
• Ensure consistent execution of food quality, presentation, and recipe standards.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, workplace safety regulations, and OSHA requirements.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, high-performing work environment that promotes teamwork, employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Analyze performance metrics, identify improvement opportunities, implement action plans, and deliver strong business results.
• Respond effectively to changing business needs, operational challenges, and guest concerns while maintaining a visible and supportive leadership presence throughout the operation.

Benefits

• Extensive and well-rounded training program
• Continued career development and growth opportunities
• Employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels
• Multiple health benefit plans
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Paid sick leave
• Paid time off
• Monthly discretionary bonus potential