Culinary Operations Lead - Scratch Kitchen & Team Leader

Bonefish Grill; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

Bonefish Grill is seeking a Restaurant Culinary Manager to lead daily back-of-house operations and ensure top-quality food for our guests. You will oversee kitchen staff, uphold Bonefish’s recipes, and drive efficiency and safety across the prep and production areas.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on kitchen management, and a commitment to consistent, high-quality dining experiences for customers in a fast-paced casual setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience.
• Preferred experience in Full-Service Casual Dining or Casual Plus.
• Scratch kitchen experience a plus.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• 21+ years of age with legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Relocation a plus.
• Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directing and checking the prep staff and food quality.
• Assisting in hiring and training back-of-the-house staff.
• Implementing security protocols for employee and guest safety.
• Preparing kitchen equipment and production areas daily to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensuring safety, sanitation, and compliance with laws and standards.
• Maintaining operational basics: line checks, recipe adherence, cook times, and window management.
• Verifying menu items are made to Bonefish's specifications.
• Managing staffing levels and shift assignments.
• Keeping kitchen, dish, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Balancing product inventory from the previous day and placing orders.
• Setting high standards for customer service and work examples.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Staff training

Job description

Bonefish Grill is seeking a Restaurant Culinary Manager to lead daily back-of-house operations and ensure top-quality food for our guests. You will oversee kitchen staff, uphold Bonefish’s recipes, and drive efficiency and safety across the prep and production areas.

This role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on kitchen management, and a commitment to consistent, high-quality dining experiences for customers in a fast-paced casual setting.