High-Volume Kitchen Manager | River Walk Tex-Mex Pioneer

Ritas on the River; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employee discounts on food & beverages

Flexible scheduling

Work in a lively, high-energy kitchen

Job summary

Rita's on the River LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager I to lead our back-of-house team on the San Antonio River Walk. This high-volume Tex-Mex concept requires hands-on leadership, strong organization, and a focus on consistency and food quality.

The ideal candidate has seasoned experience managing events, catering, and private dining, with solid knowledge of food safety, P&L basics, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of kitchen management experience in a fast paced restaurant environment.
• Proven ability to manage food service for large events, banquets, or catering orders.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• In-depth knowledge of Tex-Mex cuisine, hig-volume experience, and casual dining.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• General knowledge of P&L, Staffing, and Kitchen Expenses
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily kitchen operations, including food prep, line execution, cleanliness, and inventory
• Manage and train kitchen staff to ensure consistent quality, portion control, and efficiency
• Create prep lists, production schedules, and station assignments based on business volume and events
• Lead food production for large-scale events and private dining, ensuring timeliness and quality
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance at all times
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure smooth communication and service
• Monitor food and labor costs, assist with ordering, and vendor management
• Address equipment issues and coordinate maintenance or repair as needed
• Lead by example, fostering a positive and productive kitchen culture
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Tex-Mex cuisine knowledge

Staffing

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

Rita's on the River LLC is seeking a Kitchen Manager I to lead our back-of-house team on the San Antonio River Walk. This high-volume Tex-Mex concept requires hands-on leadership, strong organization, and a focus on consistency and food quality.

The ideal candidate has seasoned experience managing events, catering, and private dining, with solid knowledge of food safety, P&L basics, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Weekend and holiday availability is required.