Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and maternity leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursements

Quarterly Restricted Stock Units Program

Job summary

A popular American restaurant chain in Crown Point is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead Back of House operations. The ideal candidate will oversee food preparation, ensure compliance with safety standards, and manage kitchen staff. The role offers competitive benefits, including medical plans, paid leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Join a fun and supportive team committed to excellence in food service and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong background in food safety and kitchen operations.
• Proven experience in managing Back of House staff.
• Ability to enforce compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food production and preparation.
• Enforce compliance with employment policies.
• Manage performance of Back of House employees.
• Conduct formal line Taste & Temp checks.
• Oversee food handling, maintenance, and storage.
• Manage food costs and track waste.
• Train employees on equipment maintenance.

Skills

Food safety management

Team leadership

Performance evaluation

Inventory 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?

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a legendary Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations and be responsible for purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting all food products in a timely manner, according to established recipes, and procedures. If you have a passion for made from scratch food, apply today!

As a Kitchen Manager, Your Responsibilities Would Include

• 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

At Texas Roadhouse we have a fun culture with flexible work schedules, discounts in our restaurants, friendly competitions, recognition, formal training, and career growth opportunities.

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.