Kitchen Manager

Goodfellas Pizzeria; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodfellas Pizzeria in Columbus, OH is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations for our New York–style pizza team. You will oversee food preparation, cooking, and consistent presentation, while coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

The role requires scheduling, training, inventory control, and strict adherence to food-safety standards. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are required, with reliable transportation and a hands-on approach to maintain

Qualifications

• Oversee kitchen operations during peak service.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Experience in inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Lead and train kitchen staff while fostering a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Effective communication with front-of-house staff.
• Pizza restaurant or high-volume kitchen experience preferred; management experience a plus.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable transportation to Columbus, OH.
• High school diploma; culinary training or certifications in food safety are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, line management, and ensuring consistent presentation of New York–style pizzas.
• Schedule staff, train team members, and ensure adherence to food safety standards.
• Monitor inventory, place orders, minimize waste, and maintain equipment and work areas.
• Coordinate with front-of-house teams and support peak service times.
• Implement operational procedures to uphold quality, speed, and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Oversee kitchen ops

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Staff training

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Culinary training or food safety certification

Job description

Company Description

Goodfellas Pizzeria has been serving New York–style pizza by the slice to the late-night crowd since 2006. The company operates four locations and continues to seek opportunities for growth, offering advancement potential for team members who deliver strong performance. Goodfellas is known for its gigantic 22" pizzas, featuring fresh, hand-tossed dough made daily. The pizzeria emphasizes quality ingredients and homemade sauce, creating a consistent, high-quality product. Team members join a fast-paced, guest-focused environment that values reliability, hospitality, and attention to detail.

Role Description

The Kitchen Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Columbus, OH. This position oversees daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and consistent presentation of New York–style pizzas and other menu items. The Kitchen Manager is responsible for managing kitchen staff schedules, training team members, and ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring inventory, placing orders, minimizing waste, and maintaining equipment and work areas. The role also involves coordinating with front-of-house teams, supporting peak service times, and implementing operational procedures to uphold quality, speed, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, line management, and coordination during busy service periods.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and compliance with local health regulations.
• Experience in inventory management, ordering, and cost control to maintain efficient kitchen performance.
• Leadership skills to train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff while fostering a respectful, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with front-of-house staff and addressing operational issues promptly.
• Prior experience in a pizza restaurant or high-volume kitchen is preferred; management experience is a plus.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed; reliable transportation to the Columbus, OH location.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certifications in food safety are beneficial.