Restaurant Kitchen Manager | Apply Today | Salary to 75k

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Industry leading compensation
Quarterly bonus structure
Medical
Dental
vision coverage
401(k)
Paid vacation

Job Description

Our company is a nationally recognized restaurant chain that began over 15 years ago with a unique vision to blend the love of the mountains with the tradition of hearty, satisfying meals. Founded in Colorado Springs, this concept has grown from a single restaurant into a thriving national brand. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality — from the carefully curated menu to sourcing ingredients from trusted vendors. We aim not just to serve meals but to create an integral experience for the local community, making each visit memorable and enjoyable. Our culture is energized and youthful, fostering an environment where work feels less like a chore and more like a fun, rewarding endeavor.

We are actively seeking a Restaurant Kitchen Manager to join our Colorado Springs location and lead our back-of-the-house operations. This full-time role comes with a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $75,000 plus benefits and bonus packages. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for upholding the standards that have made us successful. Your focus will be on training and educating kitchen team members to embody our company culture and operational excellence, ensuring every guest has a consistently excellent dining experience.

The Restaurant Kitchen Manager will play a critical role in managing food and labor costs within budget through ongoing cost control training and monitoring. You will attend weekly management meetings, fostering a spirit of teamwork among the kitchen and front-of-house staff while cultivating a fun, productive atmosphere. Your duties will also include overseeing inventory and ordering to maintain sufficient quantities of high-quality products, guaranteeing that all dishes are prepared accurately according to recipes, and served with impeccable presentation and at proper temperatures.

This role demands strong leadership and organizational skills, the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of staff, and a hands-on approach to hiring, training, and developing employees. Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment with annual sales exceeding $3 million is essential to thrive in this position. Additionally, you must be proficient with key financial operations, including profit and loss statements, inventory management, and controlling food and labor costs. Joining our team means becoming part of a growing brand where innovation and community connection drive our daily operations and long-term success. We invite you to apply today and explore the benefits and career growth opportunities that come with this dynamic Restaurant Kitchen Manager position in Colorado Springs.

Job Requirements

  • minimum of 3 years experience as a restaurant kitchen manager
  • experience in high volume restaurant operations
  • knowledge of cost control practices
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • proficiency with financial management tools
  • high school diploma or equivalent

Job Qualifications

  • minimum of 3+ years current experience as a restaurant kitchen manager in a full service concept
  • experience managing high volume restaurants with over $3 million in sales per year
  • excellent leadership communication and organizational skills
  • strong work ethic and drive to succeed
  • hands-on experience hiring training and developing hourly employees
  • ability to maintain high levels of food quality consistency and hygiene
  • proficiency with financials including profit and loss statements inventory and food labor cost control

Job Duties

  • train and educate kitchen team members on company culture philosophies standards and operations
  • manage food and labor costs within budget by training team members on cost control
  • attend weekly management meetings
  • build teamwork among team members and managers
  • create a fun and energetic environment
  • ensure efficient ordering and inventory management
  • ensure food is prepared according to recipes and served at proper temperatures and presentation

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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