Executive Kitchen Manager | Casual Dining Restaurant | Career Growth Opportunity

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Lead a high-volume kitchen

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Anderson, SC is seeking an Executive Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations of a high-volume casual dining concept. You will oversee production across all stations, ensure quality and safety, and build a cohesive, performance-driven team.

This role offers a competitive salary of 70K–75K per year plus a performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path to advancement within the 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.
• Natural leader with strong communication and conflict-resolution 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

Kitchen management

High-volume operations

Food safety HACCP

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Executive Kitchen Manager - Lead High-Volume Casual Dining Operations

Ready to own the kitchen?

We're looking for an accomplished kitchen leader to drive operations at a thriving, high-volume casual dining restaurant in Anderson, SC. You'll command a full-service kitchen, set the standard for quality and consistency, and build a team that takes pride in their craft. This is your opportunity to make an immediate, visible impact in a fast-paced environment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of 70K-75K annually with performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan and generous paid time off
• Clear path to advance within a growing restaurant group
• Lead an energized team in a dynamic high-volume setting

What You'll Do

• 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

What We're Looking For

• 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 complianceNatural leader with strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Passion for food quality and building a cohesive kitchen culture