Restaurant Kitchen Manager – WACO, TX

Our upscale casual brand is renowned for delivering exceptional dining experiences with a focus on quality, creativity, and guest satisfaction. We specialize in seafood and scratch kitchens, embracing culinary excellence and innovation while maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere. As a growing company, we are committed to fostering a culture of growth and development among our team members. Our kitchens are vibrant, hands-on environments where top talent can thrive and express their passion for food and hospitality.

We are currently seeking talented Culinary Managers to lead our kitchen teams. This leadership role is perfect for creative self-starters who are passionate about building, mentoring, and managing a strong team in a high-energy, exposed kitchen environment. The Culinary Manager plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen, upholding culinary, safety, and sanitation standards while delivering outstanding dining experiences to our guests. This position offers an exciting opportunity for those who are committed to professional and personal growth and who want to be part of a dynamic company known for its amazing training programs and growth opportunities.

As a Culinary Manager within our brand, you will be responsible for hands-on management that fosters teamwork and accountability among kitchen staff. You will be expected to have a comfort level working in an exposed kitchen area with the professionalism needed to maintain an inviting dining atmosphere. Our ideal candidate has at least two years of experience managing full-service, casual to upscale scratch kitchens with a seafood focus. We highly value strong communication and leadership skills, as well as a solid background in profit and loss (P&L) management to drive kitchen profitability and operational efficiency.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to connect with customers and enhance guest satisfaction, with some front-of-house experience being beneficial. Your leadership will be critical in hiring, managing, and mentoring culinary teams, ensuring that our high standards for culinary execution and sanitation are consistently met. We believe in supporting our team's success with an extensive benefits package including healthcare, relocation assistance, a 100 percent meal discount at our company locations, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values professional development and upholds a strong commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. If you're ready to lead with passion, creativity, and accountability, and want to grow your career in the upscale casual dining industry, we encourage you to apply today.