Executive Kitchen Leader - High-Volume Casual Dining

nextgen-hospitality-solutions; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Performance bonus opportunity

Clear path to advancement

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Anderson, SC, is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a busy casual dining operation. You will oversee daily kitchen production, uphold quality, safety, and consistency, and guide a talented team to deliver top-tier guest experiences.

This role offers a competitive salary of 70K–75K with a performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, a 401k plan, and opportunities to advance within a growing restaurant group.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing kitchens in full-service casual dining environments.
• Proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen operations.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health code compliance.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations and manage production across all stations.
• Maintain food quality, safety, and consistency standards.
• Build, train, and schedule kitchen staff for peak performance.
• Control food costs and inventory through thoughtful purchasing and waste reduction.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Food safety

Job description

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Anderson, SC, is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to lead a busy casual dining operation. You will oversee daily kitchen production, uphold quality, safety, and consistency, and guide a talented team to deliver top-tier guest experiences.

This role offers a competitive salary of 70K–75K with a performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, a 401k plan, and opportunities to advance within a growing restaurant group.