Culinary Manager - Lead a Fresh, Scratch Kitchen Team

Bonefish Grill; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Bonefish Grill in Lexington, KY seeks a Restaurant Culinary Manager to oversee daily back‑of‑house operations and lead kitchen staff. You will ensure that all recipes, food preparations and presentations meet Bonefish's standards for quality and consistency, while driving efficiency and safety.

The role focuses on staffing, training, food safety, and accountability in a high‑volume casual dining setting. Ideal candidates bring a minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience, a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience.
• Experience in Full-Service Casual Dining or Casual Plus preferred.
• Open to flexible scheduling and relocation is a plus.
• 21+ years old with legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise back-of-house operations and prep staff.
• Hire and train back-of-house employees.
• Maintain safety protocols for staff and guests.
• Prepare kitchen areas daily to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and brand standards.
• Manage line checks, cook times, and recipe adherence.
• Verify menu items meet recipe and Bonefish specs.
• Oversee staffing levels and shift assignments.
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean and organized.
• Monitor inventory and place food and supply orders.
• Set high standards for customer service and work example.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Bonefish Grill in Lexington, KY seeks a Restaurant Culinary Manager to oversee daily back‑of‑house operations and lead kitchen staff. You will ensure that all recipes, food preparations and presentations meet Bonefish's standards for quality and consistency, while driving efficiency and safety.

The role focuses on staffing, training, food safety, and accountability in a high‑volume casual dining setting. Ideal candidates bring a minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience, a