Casual Fine-Dining Kitchen Leader for High-Volume Ops

EmergencyMD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Supplemental insurance

Free drinks

50% meal discount

Free meals during shifts

15% meal discount on off days

Holiday hours reduction

Company shirts

Biannual team events

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Quotes Willowbrook in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team in a high-volume, casual fine dining environment. The role requires strong leadership, organization, food safety, and teamwork, with at least five years of kitchen management experience.

You will own back-of-house operations, ensure staffing and readiness for every shift, and drive performance in a fast-paced setting while upholding quality standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing kitchen staff.
• 5+ years of professional restaurant kitchen experience.
• Proven leadership experience in a Kitchen Manager or related role.
• Casual fine dining restaurant experience.
• Experience managing a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to supervise, coach, train, schedule, and hold staff accountable.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, plating, portion control, quality, and kitchen execution.
• Experience managing multiple stations during peak periods.
• Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation and health standards.
• Experience opening and closing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, train, coach, and develop kitchen employees.
• Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for performance.
• Coordinate staffing and station assignments based on volume.
• Ensure staff are trained before working assigned stations.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking, presentation, and portions.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Team coaching

Scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Job description

Quotes Willowbrook in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team in a high-volume, casual fine dining environment. The role requires strong leadership, organization, food safety, and teamwork, with at least five years of kitchen management experience.

You will own back-of-house operations, ensure staffing and readiness for every shift, and drive performance in a fast-paced setting while upholding quality standards and guest satisfaction.