Kitchen Manager

Homegrown Hospitality Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short & Long-Term Disability

Health Incentives & Reimbursement Accounts

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Discounts + Tenure Rewards

Paid Time Off

Education & Financial Stability Grants

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality organization in Charleston is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead their culinary team. The role involves overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining food safety standards, and fostering a positive team environment. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of experience in a similar fast-paced role and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $55,000–$65,000/year along with monthly bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a fast-paced, full-service kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and maintain team cohesion.
• Understanding of food safety protocols (ServSafe certified a plus).

Responsibilities

• Run the back-of-house operations with precision.
• Hire, train, and develop kitchen personnel.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Lead inventory management and cost control.
• Collaborate with leadership for guest experience improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Organizational skills

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Kitchen Manager – Join the Culinary Crew at Homegrown Hospitality Group

Where bold flavors meet fierce leadership.

About Us
At Homegrown Hospitality Group (HHG), we're more than a collection of restaurants—we're a passionate, people-first family rooted in the Carolinas. With 15+ vibrant locations across Charleston, Columbia, and Myrtle Beach, each concept has its own soul, but our mission is the same: create extraordinary experiences every time.

Now Hiring: Kitchen Manager
We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Manager who’s equal parts culinary expert, team motivator, and cool-under-pressure problem solver. You’ll lead the kitchen like a symphony conductor—ensuring every dish hits the right note and your crew stays inspired, empowered, and on point.

What You’ll Do

• Run the back-of-house with precision and positivity
• Hire, train, and develop rockstar kitchen talent
• Maintain top-tier food safety and sanitation standards
• Lead inventory, food costs, and kitchen efficiency like a pro
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain consistent quality and killer guest experiences
• Keep equipment humming and maintenance in check
• Foster a culture of passion, pride, and high performance

What You Bring

• 2–3 years of experience in a fast-paced, full-service kitchen
• Strong leadership chops—you know how to inspire and hold a team together
• Deep understanding of food safety (ServSafe certified = bonus points)
• Mad organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to keep your cool and your station clean when the heat is on
• Culinary degree or equivalent street-smarts preferred

Perks & Benefits for Qualifying Team Members

• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Incentives & Reimbursement Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Discounts + Tenure Rewards
• Paid Time Off
• Education & Financial Stability Grants

Pay Range
$55,000–$65,000/year + monthly bonuses. Because hard work and high standards deserve recognition.

At HHG, hospitality isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. If you’re ready to lead a team that serves from the heart and cooks with soul, we’d love to meet you. Apply now and bring your fire to the kitchen.