Kitchen Leader: Drive High-Volume Kitchen & Growth

The Post Oak; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Employee discounts

Health plans

Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

Rainforest Cafe in San Antonio, TX seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead daily back‑of‑house operations, mentor culinary team members, and uphold exceptional food quality in a high‑volume environment.

As hands‑on leader you’ll manage labor costs, inventories, safety compliance, and vendor relations while delivering memorable guest experiences; a strong supervisor with communication and conflict resolution skills preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Kitchen Management experience in a high‑volume dining establishment.
• Strong back‑of‑house leadership, supervision, inventory, and cost control experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict‑resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a hands‑on, lead‑by‑example style.
• Develop and mentor culinary team members, ensuring food quality and consistency.
• Achieve or exceed labor and cost targets through planning and execution.
• Oversee inventories and ordering of food and supplies weekly/monthly.
• Maintain sanitation and OSHA compliance in the work area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Inventory controls

Food cost management

Labor cost management

Quality assurance

Education

Culinary program degree

Job description

Rainforest Cafe in San Antonio, TX seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead daily back‑of‑house operations, mentor culinary team members, and uphold exceptional food quality in a high‑volume environment.

As hands‑on leader you’ll manage labor costs, inventories, safety compliance, and vendor relations while delivering memorable guest experiences; a strong supervisor with communication and conflict resolution skills preferred.