Kitchen Manager

Rockford, IL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $63,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

short-term disability

long-term disability

Life insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee assistance program

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending account

Tuition Reimbursement

profit-sharing program

restricted stock units program

community support opportunities

Annual holiday bonus

Job Description

Texas Roadhouse is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in hand-cut steaks, ribs, and a variety of made-from-scratch food items. Established as a people-first company, Texas Roadhouse is deeply committed to providing legendary food paired with legendary service, ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for every guest. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a vibrant, inclusive culture, Texas Roadhouse prides itself on nurturing and preparing its employees for future success, creating an environment where team members feel valued and motivated. This dynamic approach has enabled the company to build a loyal customer base and maintain a strong presence in the competitive restaurant industry.\n\nThe Kitchen Manager position at Texas Roadhouse is a critical leadership role within the restaurant's back of house operations. This full-time role offers an annual salary range of $43,000 to $70,000, positioning it as an attractive opportunity for professionals passionate about culinary excellence and kitchen management. As a Kitchen Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all food production activities to ensure that every dish served meets the company’s high standards for quality, presentation, and timeliness. This includes managing purchasing, receiving, preparation, and ensuring adherence to established recipes and procedures.\n\nIn this role, you will play an integral part in maintaining food safety by enforcing proper food handling and sanitation practices. You will also spearhead the management of food costs, tracking waste, and controlling labor expenses to maintain operational efficiency. Your leadership will extend to coaching, evaluating, and managing the performance of back of house employees, driving productivity, and fostering a safe and enjoyable work environment consistent with Texas Roadhouse’s core values. Additionally, you will be instrumental in hiring, training, and developing kitchen staff, providing feedback, and conducting formal quality checks such as line Taste & Temp evaluations.\n\nTexas Roadhouse offers a welcoming culture highlighted by flexible work schedules, employee discounts, friendly competitions, and numerous growth opportunities. Managers benefit from a comprehensive rewards package commencing after 30 days of employment, including access to best-in-class medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, adoption assistance, and disability coverage. In addition, additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, profit-sharing programs, stock units, and community support initiatives that underline the company’s commitment to employee well-being and career development. This position represents an exciting chance to join a leader in the restaurant industry dedicated to food quality, team success, and positive workplace culture.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years experience in kitchen or restaurant management
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen safety procedures
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills
Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Proven experience in kitchen management or a similar culinary leadership role
Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Demonstrated ability to manage food costs and labor operations effectively
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to train, coach, and develop team members
Experience conducting performance evaluations and employee development
Familiarity with scheduling and staff management
Passion for made-from-scratch food
Commitment to upholding company standards and values

Job Duties

Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
In conjunction with all management, enforcing compliance with all employment policies and overseeing cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
Directing productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
Managing performance of back of house employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
Assisting with the development of all key employees, assistant managers, and hourly employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one-on-ones
Conducting formal line Taste & Temp checks as part of overall responsibility for inventory and safety in the kitchen
Overseeing the proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
Understanding, managing, and practicing safe food handling procedures
Managing food costs, tracking waste, and controlling kitchen labor costs
Directing work for back of house employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules, and assigning tasks before, during and after open hours of the restaurant
Training back of house employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
Reviewing applications, interviewing, and hiring or making recommendation to hire back of house employees
Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment for the staff in a manner consistent with our core values and operational goals