BOH Kitchen Operations Lead

KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Concepts in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced BOH Shift Manager to lead kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and uphold Kennedy Concepts standards across shifts. You will supervise staff, manage inventory, and coordinate with FOH for a smooth shift.

The role emphasizes training, discipline, cleanliness, and ongoing team development in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of health regulations and labor practices is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with food purchasing, storing, sanitation, and inventory practices.
• SERV Safe certification required.
• Ability to lead and train a high-volume kitchen team.
• Strong organizational skills and problem solving under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, and training programs.
• Monitor food and products to ensure consistent preparation and serve according to recipes, portions, cooking and serving standards.
• Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance, sanitation, and cleanliness of facility through training and by creating a positive, productive working environment.
• Fill in where needed to ensure kitchen service standards and efficient operations.
• Continually strive to develop team members in all areas of professional development.
• Keep all equipment clean and in excellent working condition through inspection and maintenance programs.
• Run shifts and support all areas of the kitchen during assigned shifts.
• Administer fair and consistent progressive discipline for policy violations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and labor regulations.
• Oversee product checks on entry and manage budgeted costs and expenses.
• Additional duties as assigned by other managers.

Skills

Leadership

Training & development

Food safety

Inventory management

Labor cost control

Staff development

Problem solving

Team motivation

Operational oversight

Education

SERV Safe certification

Tools

Microsoft 360

Job description

Kennedy Concepts in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced BOH Shift Manager to lead kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and uphold Kennedy Concepts standards across shifts. You will supervise staff, manage inventory, and coordinate with FOH for a smooth shift.

The role emphasizes training, discipline, cleanliness, and ongoing team development in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of health regulations and labor practices is required.