High-Volume Kitchen Leader | Team Coach & Ops Pro

I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house team at Houlihan’s in Champaign, IL. The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, manage team performance, and ensure food quality standards are met consistently.

This role requires a minimum of 2–3 years of kitchen leadership experience and strong management skills. Houlihan's offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to hold team members accountable.
• Experience managing inventory, ordering, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop back‑of‑house team members.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including opening/closing procedures.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to recipes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Food Safety Standards

Inventory Management

Attention to Detail

Fast-Paced Work Environment

Job description

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house team at Houlihan’s in Champaign, IL. The successful candidate will oversee kitchen operations, manage team performance, and ensure food quality standards are met consistently.

This role requires a minimum of 2–3 years of kitchen leadership experience and strong management skills. Houlihan's offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for growth within the organization.