Kitchen Manager - The Lodge

The Lodge at Jacobson Plaza is a premier community-focused venue located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences, The Lodge at Jacobson Plaza has established itself as a favorite destination for locals and visitors alike. The establishment prides itself on blending innovative culinary offerings with outstanding customer service in a setting that promotes both enjoyment and community connection. As a part of its mission, The Lodge continuously strives to maintain high standards in food quality, operational efficiency, and team development to provide an unparalleled dining experience to every guest. With a dedication to excellence, The Lodge offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that attracts passionate professionals committed to culinary artistry and hospitality excellence.

The role of Kitchen Manager at The Lodge is critical for leading the back-of-house operations to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality food and exceptional kitchen performance. This leadership position involves overseeing all kitchen activities including food production, quality control, cost management, staff development, and inventory oversight. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for managing kitchen staff by hiring, training, coaching, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. They will also have a key role in menu development by contributing creative ideas and partnering with the General Manager to approve and implement innovative food concepts. This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and has a passion for food and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities include managing food costs through effective purchasing, portion control, and waste reduction strategies, as well as maintaining labor targets and creating efficient staff schedules. The Kitchen Manager will ensure consistent adherence to recipes, plating standards, and food safety regulations, maintaining the highest quality standards throughout all kitchen processes. Additionally, this role involves overseeing vendor relationships and managing inventory systems to optimize supply chain operations.

In return for leading the kitchen at The Lodge, the company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance coverage, a 401K retirement plan with a company match, and generous paid time off including personal, sick, and holiday leave. Employees also enjoy unique perks such as free membership to the Washington Pavilion, ticket and event discounts, onsite café discounts, and participation in staff appreciation events.

Joining The Lodge as Kitchen Manager provides not only an opportunity to lead and shape the culinary direction of a respected community restaurant but also to be part of a professional team supported by progressive leadership and a collaborative work culture. Those who are passionate about culinary creativity and operational leadership and are eager to take ownership and make a meaningful impact in a thriving kitchen environment will find this career opportunity highly rewarding. The Lodge at Jacobson Plaza invites motivated culinary professionals to apply and become integral to the continued success and growth of this exceptional establishment.