High-Volume Kitchen Manager: Hands-On Leader

NICK MIKE BAR AND GRILL; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nick & Mike Bar and Grill in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume, small-footprint kitchen. This hands-on leadership role oversees food quality, kitchen efficiency, staff performance, and cost control while maintaining safety standards.

The Kitchen Manager will operate as a working manager, stepping in on the line as needed, training BOH staff, enforcing health regulations, and partnering with FOH leadership to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of kitchen management or lead cook experience.
• Strong background in high-volume restaurant kitchens.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required or must obtain.
• Solid understanding of food cost, inventory, and labor control.
• Ability to lead, train, and hold staff accountable.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Calm, professional demeanor under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations during service and prep.
• Ensure recipes, portions, and quality standards are met.
• Maintain speed and accuracy during high-volume service.
• Step in on the line to support the team.
• Hire, train, schedule, and discipline BOH staff.
• Set clear expectations for cooks and prep staff.
• Lead by example in work ethic and accountability.
• Provide ongoing training on food safety and sanitation.
• Enforce health department and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and receiving.
• Control food cost via portioning and waste reduction.
• Monitor invoices and report discrepancies.
• Maintain organized storage in limited space.
• Ensure equipment is clean, safe, and operational.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Communicate with FOH managers during service.
• Participate in management meetings and planning.

Skills

Kitchen management

High-volume kitchens

ServSafe Manager

Cost control

Inventory management

Staff leadership

Time management

Calm under pressure

Job description

Nick & Mike Bar and Grill in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume, small-footprint kitchen. This hands-on leadership role oversees food quality, kitchen efficiency, staff performance, and cost control while maintaining safety standards.

The Kitchen Manager will operate as a working manager, stepping in on the line as needed, training BOH staff, enforcing health regulations, and partnering with FOH leadership to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction