{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"caae37a6079e1ef9760f565a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/caae37a6079e1ef9760f565a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/caae37a6079e1ef9760f565a","title":"Kitchen Manager","description":"Description\nThe Kitchen Manager (KM) supports the Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM) in all culinary operations of Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, providing leadership and direction to the Heart of House (HOH) team. They excel in a high-volume, creative, scratch kitchen environment, demonstrating comprehensive recipe and specification knowledge, culinary techniques, and extensive experience. The KM upholds operating standards that prioritize fresh ingredients, a clean kitchen, top-of-the-line equipment, and a culinary-driven culture. They promote a fun and welcoming work environment through positive reinforcement and teamwork, motivating, coaching, teaching, developing, and inspiring the Heart of House team to deliver memorable food experiences. Additionally, the KM supports the EKM in driving sales and maximizing financial success through effective control of food and labor costs.\nResponsibilities\nRecruit talented hourly kitchen team members by conducting interviews and following company guidelines for proper staffing.\nManage the HOH team, including scheduling, providing performance feedback, and implementing disciplinary measures when necessary.\nMotivate the team daily to foster a fun and successful work environment.\nMaintain the highest food quality standards from ingredients to the guest's table.\nEnsure ongoing training and professional development of all Heart of House team members.\nUphold all Walk-On's standards and ensure team compliance.\nCommunicate effectively with the management team to ensure smooth operations.\nBuild trust with team members and fellow managers through clear and honest communication and feedback.\nComplete assigned operational tasks and be accountable for their completion.\nAdhere to kitchen systems and proper inventory procedures.\nSupport and reinforce the highest food quality standards according to Walk-On's systems and standards.\nAdhere to Walk-On's/Ecosure safety and sanitation guidelines.\nEnsure financial success through proper food cost management, inventory control, waste reduction, and labor cost optimization.\nAdhere to responsibilities and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).\nEnsure daily role modeling and adherence to HR, EcoSure, and WOW culture standards and practices.\nPrepare and receive bi-annual Performance Evaluations.\nSkills/Qualifications\nMinimum 2 years of management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.\nDemonstrated track record of success and upward career progression.\nStrong communication and leadership skills.\nCulinary background is a plus.","company":"Walkons Enterprises Operations","rawCompany":"walkons enterprises operations","city":"Eustis","state":"FL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:02:10.086Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9051.00","title":"Food Service Managers","slug":"food-service-managers"},{"code":"35-1012.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-food-preparation-and-serving-workers"},{"code":"35-1011.00","title":"Chefs and Head Cooks","slug":"chefs-and-head-cooks"}],"industries":[{"code":"722511","title":"Full-Service Restaurants","slug":"full-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722513","title":"Limited-Service Restaurants","slug":"limited-service-restaurants"},{"code":"722514","title":"Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets","slug":"cafeterias-grill-buffets-and-buffets"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Kitchen Manager","description":"Description\nThe Kitchen Manager (KM) supports the Executive Kitchen Manager (EKM) in all culinary operations of Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, providing leadership and direction to the Heart of House (HOH) team. 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