Kitchen Manager/Chef

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager/Chef to oversee our breakfast and lunch kitchen. This is a working management position requiring someone who is comfortable cooking on the line while also leading the kitchen team, ordering food, training staff, developing daily specials, and maintaining consistent food quality.

• Lead daily kitchen operations during breakfast and lunch service.
  
• Cook on the line during busy service periods and ensure meals are prepared accurately and efficiently.
  
• Hire, train, coach, and schedule kitchen staff.
  
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment while maintaining high performance expectations.
  
• Create and develop new daily and seasonal specials.
  
• Place weekly food and supply orders while managing inventory and minimizing waste.
  
• Monitor food costs and portion control.
  
• Ensure all recipes and menu items are prepared consistently.
  
• Maintain health department standards, food safety procedures, and kitchen sanitation.
  
• Oversee equipment maintenance and communicate repair needs.
  
• Work closely with ownership to improve menu offerings, kitchen efficiency, and overall guest satisfaction.
  

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or leadership experience required.
  
• Strong breakfast cooking experience and ability to work every station on the line.
  
• Experience hiring, training, and developing employees.
  
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
  
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
  
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.
  
• Daytime hours no late nights.
  
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment.
  
• Opportunity to be creative by developing new menu specials.
  
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on a well-established local restaurant.
  
• Paid vacation.