BBQ Kitchen Manager — Lead a High-Volume Culinary Team

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Guy Fieri's Smokehouse in Louisville is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee day-to-day culinary operations, ensure quality and safety, and lead a motivated BOH team at the 4th Street Live location.

Responsibilities include inventory, cost control, staff scheduling, training, and sanitation compliance. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required for a full-time role with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary arts courses or related degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of supervising kitchen staff and managing inventory in a high-volume environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead a team, train staff, and enforce standards.
• Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Control day-to-day culinary operations per company policies and staffing needs.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, uniforms, and image standards.
• Update costing and documentation for dishes; manage inventory procedures.
• Monitor food and kitchen equipment storage and security; minimize waste.
• Resolve staff conflicts and customer issues; lead by example.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Guy Fieri's Smokehouse in Louisville is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee day-to-day culinary operations, ensure quality and safety, and lead a motivated BOH team at the 4th Street Live location.

Responsibilities include inventory, cost control, staff scheduling, training, and sanitation compliance. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required for a full-time role with competitive pay.