Kitchen Manager

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant chain that grew from humble beginnings in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Founded by two former LSU walk-on basketball players, Walk-On's embodies the spirit of hard work, determination, and teamwork. With a focus on scratch-made dishes infused with authentic Louisiana flavors, the restaurant has developed a nationally recognized brand celebrated for a lively game-day atmosphere and a welcoming community vibe. At Walk-On's, the culture is built on treating every team member like family, fostering an environment where everyone’s contribution is essential to crafting memorable guest experiences. The company prioritizes growth and opportunity, ensuring that employees can thrive while embracing core values such as teamwork, hospitality, passion, growth, and community.

The Kitchen Manager (KM) role at Walk-On's is a crucial leadership position responsible for overseeing all Back of House (BOH) operations. Reporting directly to the Executive Kitchen Manager or General Manager, the KM leads daily kitchen activities to guarantee food quality, food safety, and consistent presentation standards. This full-time exempt position requires a dedicated professional who can manage operational and financial aspects of the kitchen while fostering a productive and positive work environment for the team. The KM supervises culinary operations including inventory control, cost management, recipe adherence, and equipment maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. In addition to operational responsibilities, the Kitchen Manager plays a significant leadership role by training, coaching, and scheduling kitchen staff and responding effectively to food quality concerns. The position demands strong communication, organizational, and team-building skills to motivate the BOH team towards excellence. Due to the nature of the role, the KM must be prepared for physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and working long shifts of up to 60 hours weekly, sometimes covering weekends and holidays.

Walk-On's seeks a Kitchen Manager who not only possesses managerial experience within high-volume full-service restaurants but also demonstrates a passion for culinary leadership and operational excellence. Although a culinary school background is preferred, it is not required; however, proven success in managing a busy kitchen and driving financial performance is essential. This role provides an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team that values energy, accountability, and teamwork while working in an environment that supports growth and development. Joining Walk-On's means more than just assuming a job—it is an opportunity to be part of a trusted, thriving brand dedicated to hospitality and community engagement.