Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursements

Monthly Profit-Sharing Program

Annual holiday bonus

Job summary

A national restaurant chain is seeking a Kitchen Manager to supervise food production and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role involves managing Back of House staff, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in food service, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high food safety standards. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to manage Back of House employees effectively.
• Experience in food service management.
• Knowledge of safe food handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food production and preparation.
• Enforce compliance with employment policies.
• Manage Back of House employee performance.
• Conduct food safety checks.
• Train employees on kitchen procedures.

Skills

Supervising food preparation

Compliance enforcement

Productivity monitoring

Employee performance management

Food costs management

Job description

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service is who we are. We’re about loving what you’re doing today and preparing you for what you’ll be doing tomorrow. Are you ready to be a Roadie?

Kitchen Manager Responsibilities

• Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
• In conjunction with all management, enforcing compliance with all employment policies and overseeing cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
• Directing productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
• Managing performance of Back of House employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
• Assisting with the development of all key employees, assistant managers, and hourly employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one-on-ones
• Conducting formal line Taste & Temp checks as part of overall responsibility for inventory and safety in the kitchen
• Overseeing the proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
• Understanding, managing, and practicing safe food handling procedures
• Managing food costs, tracking waste, and controlling kitchen labor costs
• Directing work for Back of House employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules, and assigning tasks before, during and after open hours of the restaurant
• Training Back of House employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Reviewing applications, interviewing, and hiring or making recommendation to hire Back of House employees
• Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment for the staff in a manner consistent with our core values and operational goals

Benefits

• A choice of medical plans that are best in class
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Parental, Donor, Bereavement and 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursements up to $5,250 per year
• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program
• Quarterly Restricted Stock Units Program
• Many opportunities to support your community
• Annual holiday bonus

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, or any other legally-protected status. We encourage and welcome all applicants to apply.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Restaurants