Executive Kitchen Leader: Scratch-Made Excellence

225 Hospitality; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Walk-On’s in Louisiana is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to oversee the food production at our Walk-On’s location. You will drive high-quality, scratch-made dishes and build a strong culinary operations culture with a focus on efficiency and safety.

The role requires 5+ years of kitchen management experience, a culinary degree or equivalent training, and a proven ability to lead a team, manage costs, and ensure strict sanitation standards. Weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in kitchen management.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Experience in high-volume, full-service restaurant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure high-quality scratch-made food.
• Develop systems for efficient, quality food production.
• Enforce cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Lead training programs for kitchen staff.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and budgeting.
• Collaborate with General Manager to align with restaurant goals.
• Foster teamwork and professionalism in the kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Address quality or service issues promptly.
• Execute Walk-On’s systems and uphold standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

Walk-On’s in Louisiana is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to oversee the food production at our Walk-On’s location. You will drive high-quality, scratch-made dishes and build a strong culinary operations culture with a focus on efficiency and safety.

The role requires 5+ years of kitchen management experience, a culinary degree or equivalent training, and a proven ability to lead a team, manage costs, and ensure strict sanitation standards. Weekend availability is expected.