Experienced Kitchen Manager/Chef

Ted's Montana Grill in; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ted's Montana Grill is seeking a Culinary Manager with a strong leadership presence to oversee kitchen operations and drive exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced, scratch-kitchen environment.

Lead and train the culinary team, control food and labor costs, and ensure consistent quality while meeting profitability goals in our Colorado locations. This role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and hands-on kitchen management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Chef, Culinary Manager or Kitchen Manager.
• Polished casual, upscale or fine dining experience preferred.
• Scratch kitchen experience preferred.
• Stable job history.
• Food cost, labor cost, waste management.
• High School or equivalent.
• Culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and retention of kitchen staff.
• Training and development of team members.
• Supervision and leadership of kitchen operations.
• Guest service excellence in a high-volume setting.
• Quality of operations and consistency.
• Oversee profitability and financial reporting.

Skills

Team Leadership

Staff Training

Food Cost Control

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Culinary Manager/Chef

PASSION BEGINS WITH THE HEART

The little things are the big things in our kitchens. Each of our menu items are made in small batches to ensure the premium freshness of our flavors. Our on-premise butcher shop allows our team to hand carve and grind (daily) to ensure the peak freshness and premium flavor of our beef and bison. Our food doesn't come in frozen and is never microwaved; we don't even own one!

Primary Objective

The Manager, under the leadership of the Proprietor, is responsible for the assistance of the overall operation of the restaurant. Core responsibilities include supporting the Proprietor in team performance, guest satisfaction, increased sales and profitability, while actively ensuring the restaurant meets financial and operating goals.

Core Responsibilities

• People
  • Recruitment and Retention
  • Training and Development
  • Supervision and Leadership
• Guest Service
• Quality of Operations
• Profits
  • Profitability
  • Financial Reporting

REQUIREMENTS

• 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
• High School or equivalent
• Culinary degree (preferred)

Essential Physical Requirements

• Withstand temperatures of 30 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Moves throughout the restaurant for extended periods of time (up to 10-12 hours a day).
• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 lbs. for distances of up to 10 ft.

If you're an inspirational leader who enjoys working in a chef-driven restaurant committed to a precise kitchen (no compromises, no short-cuts, no matter what) with a commitment to sustainability, you and Ted's could be a perfect combination.

Ted's Montana Grill is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and e-Verify employer.

We take great pride in ensuring all guests receive a warm and memorable experience leaving them feeling better than when they came in. From a bowl of half sours to our two-dollar bills, we empower each team member to deliver Big Sky Moments in ways that are natural and effortless to Ted's and our guests.

THE EXPERIENCE

Our restaurants represent classic saloons of the 19th century where cattlemen and land barons found a little relaxation after a hard day's work.

SUSTAINABILITY

We believe in leaving a better world for future generations. You'll see this in our commitment to local growers, the paper straws, the Boraxo soap in our restrooms and sustainable choices in our kitchen operations.

We are steadfast in our commitment to people, product and prosperity. Ted's Montana Grill develops and encourages people to become leaders and engage the hearts and minds of our teams.