Kitchen Manager

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc. in Austin is seeking an energetic Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to join its leadership team. The role focuses on managing a scratch-made kitchen, ensuring top-quality dishes and guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead BOH staff, control food costs, and uphold high sanitation standards while delivering a seamless dining experience. This is a hands-on kitchen leadership position with growth opportunities in a vibrant restaurant

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in kitchen management or a BOH leadership role.
• Exceptional line skills and a passion for scratch cooking.
• Proven ability to develop and lead a team with accountability.
• Strong understanding of food costs and labor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the back-of-house team to ensure a high-performing kitchen culture.
• Execute food quality, consistency, and presentation according to established scratch-cooking standards.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep management, line execution, and cleanliness.
• Manage financial performance by overseeing food costs, waste, and inventory.
• Ensure total compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Partner with the General Manager to deliver a seamless guest experience and uphold a plate by plate mindset.
• Maintain a hands-on presence on the line to set the tone for the entire kitchen team.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Line cooking

Food safety

Cost control

Team development

Job description

A fast-growing, full-service restaurant group is seeking an energetic and hands-on Assistant Kitchen Manager / Sous Chef to join its leadership team in the Austin area. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, genuine hospitality, and scratch-made menu, this concept has built a strong reputation as a neighborhood go-to destination. The culture is rooted in warmth, professionalism, and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences. This is a great opportunity to join a genuine people-first culture with a highly professional, growth-oriented environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the back-of-house team to ensure a high-performing kitchen culture
• Execute food quality, consistency, and presentation according to established scratch-cooking standards
• Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep management, line execution, and cleanliness
• Manage financial performance by overseeing food costs, waste, and inventory
• Ensure total compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Partner with the General Manager to deliver a seamless guest experience and uphold a "plate by plate" mindset
• Maintain a hands-on presence on the line to set the tone for the entire kitchen team

Position Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or in a comparable BOH leadership role
• Exceptional line skills and a deep passion for high-quality scratch cooking
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team while maintaining accountability
• Strong understanding of kitchen financials, including food cost and labor management
• Ability to maintain organized and calm leadership during high-pressure shifts
• Currently local to the Austin market

Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 +base (commensurate with experience), comprehensive health, dental, & vision, 401k, transportation discounts, PTO, dining discounts and much more!