In‑House Kitchen Manager for Fast‑Paced Delivery Kitchen

DoorDash Canada; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

DoorDash is seeking a Kitchen Manager for DashMart Kitchens in a high‑volume environment. You’ll lead daily kitchen operations, oversee a team of hourly staff, ensure food safety, and manage scheduling and inventory with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You’ll collaborate with Site Manager and cross‑functional partners to implement new initiatives, drive improvements, and support a fast‑paced startup culture. Flexible hours and hands‑on leadership are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a medium/high‑volume fast‑casual or full‑service restaurant environment.
• 2+ years experience leading teams, including hiring, scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
• ServeSafe Manager certification (or willing to obtain).
• Hands‑on leader who motivates teams of 5+ employees.
• Thrive in fast‑changing, startup‑style environments.
• Creative problem solver who challenges the status quo.
• Analytical, data‑driven, proficient with Excel/Google Sheets.
• Willingness for late‑night and weekend hours.
• Able to flex between kitchen and fulfillment operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of a DoorDash‑owned kitchen within a DashMart fulfillment center.
• Oversee staff including hiring, coaching, and scheduling; ensure safety and quality.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and kitchen performance; maintain inventory controls.
• Collaborate with Site Manager and cross‑functional partners to implement new initiatives.
• Drive process improvements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer experience.

Skills

People leadership

Food safety leadership

Scheduling

Process improvement

Data analysis (Excel/Sheets)

Education

ServeSafe Manager certification

Tools

IMS

Job description

DoorDash is seeking a Kitchen Manager for DashMart Kitchens in a high‑volume environment. You’ll lead daily kitchen operations, oversee a team of hourly staff, ensure food safety, and manage scheduling and inventory with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You’ll collaborate with Site Manager and cross‑functional partners to implement new initiatives, drive improvements, and support a fast‑paced startup culture. Flexible hours and hands‑on leadership are required.