Kitchen Manager

Join a high-energy, chef-driven restaurant group blending bold Asian flavors, scratch cooking, and a vibrant guest experience. This is an opportunity for a hands-on Kitchen Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads from the line, and takes pride in building strong teams and consistent operations.Kitchen Manager Benefits and Compensation:Salary up to $70,000Performance-based bonus opportunityMedical, dental, and vision benefitsPaid time offGrowth opportunities within an expanding restaurant groupDynamic, team-oriented cultureDining discountsOngoing leadership and culinary developmentKitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications:2+ years of Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, or BOH leadership experience in a high-volume restaurantStrong scratch kitchen experience preferredExperience leading teams in upscale casual, polished casual, Asian-inspired, or chef-driven conceptsAbility to manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory controlsHands-on leadership style with the ability to coach and develop kitchen teamsStrong expo and line leadership during peak service periodsExperience maintaining consistency in recipe execution and plating standardsKnowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health department complianceAbility to manage ordering, prep pars, and kitchen schedulingComfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededMust Haves:Proven kitchen leadership experience in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational and communication skillsStable work history with progressive growthAbility to drive accountability and maintain culture in the BOHPassion for hospitality, food quality, and team developmentDay-to-Day Responsibilities:Lead daily kitchen operations and oversee service executionManage prep production, inventory, and food orderingTrain, coach, and develop BOH team membersMonitor ticket times and kitchen flow during serviceEnsure food quality, presentation, and consistency standards are maintainedPartner with FOH leadership to deliver an exceptional guest experienceControl waste, labor, and food cost performanceMaintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the kitchenKitchen Manager Preferred Background & SkillsExperience with Asian cuisine, sushi, wok cooking, or fusion conceptsExperience opening new restaurant locations or helping scale operationsBilingual communication skills are a plusCulinary training or certification preferredExperience with restaurant inventory and scheduling systemsStrong mentorship and team-building background