Kitchen Manager

Job Description: 

The Kitchen Manager is a key leader in the back-of-house team, responsible for upholding exceptional standards in food quality, kitchen operations, and team performance. This role ensures consistency, safety, and accountability throughout the kitchen by actively supporting daily operations, training staff, and maintaining efficiency. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage all aspects of kitchen execution, and is ready to step into any station to maintain smooth and successful service across all shifts.

Responsibilities:  

• Supervise kitchen staff and oversee daily kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing
• Maintain food quality and consistency across all stations
• Support and train kitchen staff in proper cooking techniques, safety, and efficiency
• Step into Expo or line roles as needed to maintain smooth service
• Creating and managing the culinary team schedule while staying within budgeted labor hours and costs.
• Coordinate staffing and station assignments based on daily needs
• Ensure all kitchen areas meet sanitation and food safety standards
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, and stock rotation
• Support the General Manager and culinary leadership in achieving kitchen goals and initiatives
• Communicate expectations and maintain team accountability through regular check-ins and coaching

 Requirements: 

• 3–5 years of experience in a high-volume or leadership kitchen role
• Proficient in managing line operations, prep flow, and ticket timing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Capable of stepping into any station and leading by example
• Understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen compliance
• Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Experienced with computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, POS, scheduling & inventory platforms
• Familiarity with inventory systems and basic ordering procedures
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Frequently bend, reach, twist, and use hands and arms.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.