Kitchen Manager - BBQ and Casual Dining

The hiring establishment is a vibrant full-service restaurant specializing in Bar-B-Que cuisine that prides itself on delivering exceptional hospitality and quality to every Guest. This restaurant is recognized for its passionate team and commitment to making the Guest and the Bar-B-Que experience the core focus of its operations. The establishment operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where teamwork, excellence, and customer satisfaction are paramount. Offering a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, this company emphasizes growth opportunities, both personal and professional, within its engaging and supportive workplace culture. The role in question, Kitchen Manager, is central to this mission, requiring a dedicated leader who can manage all aspects of the kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality and guest service.

The Kitchen Manager position is designed to ensure uncompromised excellence in the back-of-house (BOH) operations. This role requires seasoned expertise in managing restaurant kitchen staff, systems, and profitability in a full-service dining environment with a Bar-B-Que specialty. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for consistently executing all BOH systems, including smokehouse, expo, preparation, and line quality standards, while integrating smoothly with dining room operations such as ToGo, hosting, bar service, and overall guest experience. A key aspect of this role includes providing quality training, coaching, and ongoing follow-through with the kitchen team to maintain the highest levels of hospitality and operational success. The Kitchen Manager will have oversight of inventory and budgeting, ensuring efficient resource management and cost control. This leadership role demands someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fun, and engaging workplace and seeks to contribute to a great team dedicated to internal growth and promotions. Compensation for the Kitchen Manager ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 annually, with negotiable sign-on bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, financial accounts, and retirement plans. This position promises not only a competitive pay structure but also a balanced mix of work and life benefits to support employee wellbeing and productivity.