Kitchen Manager

Fixinssoulkitchen; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FixinsSoul Kitchen is actively seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations and ensure a high-quality dining experience for every guest. You will oversee daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards.

Your leadership will guide the kitchen staff to deliver delicious, timely meals meeting our quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef.
• Hands-on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients.
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
• Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders.
• Supervise food prep and cooking.
• Check food plating and temperature.
• Establish portions sizes.
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed.
• Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order.
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques.
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices.
• Keep weekly and monthly cost reports, manage food costs in line with company goals.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area.
• Set and maintain pars.
• Minimize food waste.
• Consistently manage staff to higher levels of productivity and efficiency.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Cost control

Staff training

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

Company Overview

FixinsSoul Kitchenseeksto redefine the American soul food experience.We are full-servicerestaurants that uniquely combine traditional soul food with outstanding service andhip,energetic dining environments.Founded by former NBA All Star Kevin Johnson and his wife, Michelle,Fixins’menu is rooted intheSouthern recipes passed down through generations from Kevin’s family and friends.Established in 2019 with the flagship store in the Oak Park neighborhood of Sacramento, CA,Fixinsis rapidly expanding.Withadditional current locationsin Los Angeles (at the Staples Center), Tulsa (Black Wall Street), Detroit (Harmonie Park)and 6 new stores planned to open in the in next 2 years, we are seeking team members at all levelsto join us in our goal of becoming the largest Black owned restaurant group in the nation.

Position Summary

We’reseekinga skilled and motivated Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations and ensure a smooth, high-quality dining experience for every guest. In this role,you'lloversee daily kitchen activities including food preparation, cooking, inventory management, and adherence to health and safety standards. Your leadership will be key in guiding our kitchen staff to consistently deliver delicious,timelymeals that meet our quality standards. The ideal candidate is a confident team leader with a strong culinary background, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for creating a positive kitchen culture.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders
• Supervise food prep and cooking
• Check food plating and temperature
• Establishportionsizes
• Order food supplies and kitchen equipment, as needed
• Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order
• Train kitchen staff on prep work and food plating techniques
• Store food products in compliance with safety practices
• Keep weekly and monthly cost reports, manage food costs in line with company goals
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area
• Set and maintain pars
• Minimize food waste
• Consistently manage staff to higher levels of productivity and efficiency
• Proven work experience as a Kitchen Manager or Head Chef
• Hands‑on experience with planning menus and ordering ingredients
• Knowledge of a wide range of recipes
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Conflict management abilities
• Ability to manage a team in a fast‑paced work environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Passion for hospitality and a desire to grow within the industry.
• Certification from a culinary school or a degree in Restaurant Management is a plus.
• Must have a Food Handler’s Card and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification if required by law (Certifications differ per state)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Exposure to hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and potential allergens

FixinsSoul Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.