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We’re looking for a Head Chef /Kitchen Operations Manager who can take full ownership of the back‑of‑house, leading people, controlling costs, and executing at a high level every day.\n\nThis is not a creative‑only role — it’s a leadership position for someone who can organize, train, and run a kitchen like a business.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nLead all kitchen operations: prep, line, cleanliness, and daily production.\n\nManage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships.\n\nControl food and labor costs with weekly tracking and accountability.\n\nSchedule, train, and coach a kitchen team of 4–10 people.\n\nMaintain a spotless, compliant kitchen ready for any health inspection.\n\nExecute consistent recipes and portions across all shifts.\n\nReport weekly results to ownership (labor %, food cost %, staffing updates).\n\nWhat You Bring\n\n3+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Head Chef in a busy full-service or fast‑casual restaurant.\n\nStrong leadership — you build respect, not fear.\n\nWorking knowledge of inventory control, cost management, and kitchen scheduling.\n\nServSafe certification\n\nHands‑on cooking and line experience.\n\nBonus: experience with BBQ, smokehouse, or catering operations.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n$6,000–$6,500/month base pay, depending on experience.\n\nQuarterly performance bonus tied to food cost, labor, and kitchen standards.\n\nClear growth path and long‑term stability with a respected local brand.\n\nSupportive ownership and professional development.\n\nWho Should Apply\nApply if you can lead by example , teach systems, and bring order and pride to a kitchen that’s ready to grow.\n\nDon’t apply if you only want to cook — we need a manager who can build structure and lead people.\n\nMy Father's Barbeque is Los Angeles hottest new Southern BBQ eatery. 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