Kitchen Manager

Talkin' Tacos; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Leadership development

Paid Time Off

Performance Based Bonuses

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead kitchen operations and ensure food quality. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader passionate about team development and maintaining high kitchen standards. Responsibilities include overseeing daily kitchen tasks, compliance with regulations, and training team members. This role offers an opportunity to grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on learning and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A leader who earns respect through action.
• Passion for food and people development.
• High standards in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the kitchen team for speed and quality.
• Ensure all food meets Talkin' Tacos standards.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Execute kitchen policies and procedures.
• Participate in training and development of team members.

Skills

Strong operational and organizational skills

Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment

Coaching and team leadership

Job description

Overview

Our Kitchen Manager is a key ingredient in keeping the flavor strong and the operation running smooth. This role leads the heart of our restaurant, the kitchen!

The ideal Kitchen Manager is a hands-on leader who brings confidence, consistency, and hustle to the back of house. You’ll coach and develop the culinary team, oversee daily kitchen operations, protect food quality and safety, and help drive a profitable, high-performing restaurant.

As part of our management team, you’ll step into a fast-paced, high-energy environment with a clear path for growth. We’re serious about great food, strong teams, and a culture of continuous learning—no bland leadership, no dead ends.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Clear career path and leadership development
• A high-energy, growth-minded restaurant culture
• A team that values learning, accountability, and fun
• Paid Time Off
• Performance Based Bonuses

Qualifications

• A leader who leads from the front and earns respect through action
• Strong operational and organizational skills
• A passion for food, people development, and high standards
• The ability to stay calm, focused, and solutions oriented in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and direct the kitchen team to execute with speed, quality, and consistency
• Ensure all food is prepared to Talkin’ Tacos standards—bold flavor, zero shortcuts
• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, fire, and food handling regulations at all levels (local, state, and federal)
• Execute and uphold kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures during assigned shifts
• Step in on the line when needed and confidently perform all kitchen positions
• Ensure proper food storage, accurate temperatures, and up-to-date recipe books, portions, and ingredients
• Drive accurate daily prep sheets, yield sheets, and product counts; participate in monthly inventory
• Anticipate, identify, and solve issues related to inventory, systems, staffing, and execution
• Manage labor costs to meet budgeted goals while protecting food quality and team morale
• Oversee training and development of kitchen team members to build bench strength and future leaders
• Support hiring by interviewing candidates and making thoughtful hiring recommendations