Culinary Leader: High-Volume Kitchen & Events

Spearfish Canyon Lodge; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Spearfish Canyon Lodge and the Latchstring Restaurant are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a premier Black Hills destination. Lead a team, ensure top quality, and drive dining excellence across events and service.

You will manage staffing, maintain safety standards, and collaborate on seasonal menus, while guiding cost controls and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or executive sous chef experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.
• Experience with inventory management and cost controls.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Positive attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health department compliance.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food costs.
• Develop and execute daily specials and seasonal menu offerings with the culinary team.
• Coordinate kitchen operations for weddings, events, banquets, and restaurant service.
• Foster a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Monitor labor costs and kitchen productivity.
• Assist with menu development and recipe standardization.

Skills

Leadership

Hiring

Training

Scheduling

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost controls

High-volume

Guest satisfaction

Job description

Spearfish Canyon Lodge and the Latchstring Restaurant are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations in a premier Black Hills destination. Lead a team, ensure top quality, and drive dining excellence across events and service.

You will manage staffing, maintain safety standards, and collaborate on seasonal menus, while guiding cost controls and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.