Assistant Kitchen Leader: Train, Lead & Elevate Kitchen

Nashoba; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible hours

Training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Wolf River Hospitality Group is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support the Chef/Kitchen Manager in leading a kitchen team and ensuring accurate, efficient food-service operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, safety, and high-quality dish execution within a busy restaurant setting in Tennessee. It offers opportunities for advancement and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Leadership and daily management of the kitchen.
• Team-oriented and focused on consistent recipe execution.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality control and safety practices.
• Passion for creating unique dishes and elevating the menu.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership to and daily management of the kitchen
• Holding staff accountable for recipes made to spec, every time
• Making sure employees are well trained and knowledgeable concerning the menu, processes, policies, and systems of the restaurant
• Training staff on proper food preparation and kitchen safety techniques
• Fostering an exciting and inclusive environment for the kitchen staff
• Leading by example; prepping, cooking, and plating
• Maintaining a compliant and safe environment
• Upholding a standard of best-in-class food preparation practices

Skills

Leadership

Team focus

Attention to detail

Passion for dishes

Career growth

Positive attitude

Professionalism

Job description

Wolf River Hospitality Group is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support the Chef/Kitchen Manager in leading a kitchen team and ensuring accurate, efficient food-service operations.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, safety, and high-quality dish execution within a busy restaurant setting in Tennessee. It offers opportunities for advancement and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.