Culinary Lead & Menu Visionary

Workstream; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 days PTO

Health stipend $250/month

Job summary

Side Saddle Wine Saloon in Atlanta is seeking a Kitchen Manager to own the culinary program, creating delicious, consistent dishes while managing budget, inventory, and BOH operations. The role blends culinary creativity with disciplined restaurant leadership and requires active hands-on supervision.

You will lead menu development, train the team, schedule labor within budget, ensure food quality and sanitation, and collaborate closely with the GM to drive guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen execution during service and production.
• Coach culinary employees in real time and build a professional kitchen culture.
• Own the culinary labor schedule and manage staffing within budget.
• Develop and approve menu items, standardize recipes and portions.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory, purchasing, waste, and cost variances.
• Train and develop the culinary team and participate in hiring.
• Support closing procedures, shift notes, and financial processes.

Job description

Side Saddle Wine Saloon in Atlanta is seeking a Kitchen Manager to own the culinary program, creating delicious, consistent dishes while managing budget, inventory, and BOH operations. The role blends culinary creativity with disciplined restaurant leadership and requires active hands-on supervision.

You will lead menu development, train the team, schedule labor within budget, ensure food quality and sanitation, and collaborate closely with the GM to drive guest satisfaction.