Culinary Manager & Scratch-Kitchen Leader

Ted's Montana Grill in; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ted's Montana Grill is seeking a Culinary Manager/Chef in Tallahassee to lead kitchen operations, mentor the team, and drive guest satisfaction while achieving profitability. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a scratch kitchen with a commitment to quality and consistent execution.

You will oversee staffing, training, food and labor cost control, and financial reporting to support ongoing growth and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Chef, Culinary Manager or Kitchen Manager.
• Polished casual, upscale or fine dining experience (preferred).
• Experience working in a scratch kitchen (preferred).
• Stable job history.
• Food cost, labor cost, waste management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and retain staff.
• Train and develop team.
• Supervise and lead operations.
• Drive sales and sales growth.
• Ensure quality guest service.
• Protect profits and manage finances.
• Prepare financial reports.

Skills

Culinary management

Kitchen leadership

Food cost control

Staff recruitment

Training and development

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Ted's Montana Grill is seeking a Culinary Manager/Chef in Tallahassee to lead kitchen operations, mentor the team, and drive guest satisfaction while achieving profitability. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a scratch kitchen with a commitment to quality and consistent execution.

You will oversee staffing, training, food and labor cost control, and financial reporting to support ongoing growth and exceptional guest experiences.