Kitchen Manager

Suser Restaurant Group; Highland Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Suser Restaurant Group is looking for a passionate Kitchen Manager to oversee all back-of-house operations at their restaurants, including Sparkies Kitchen & Bar and Stella's Table. This role requires a hands-on leader with 2-3 years of experience to ensure food quality and team development.

You will be responsible for managing food costs, training staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Join a supportive culture where your contribution truly matters and advance your culinary career!

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of kitchen management or chef experience.
• Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods and techniques.
• Solid understanding of inventory control.
• Current knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily back of house operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop the kitchen team.
• Ensure health code requirements are followed.
• Manage food and labor costs effectively.
• Collaborate on menu development.
• Recruit and onboard new kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food quality control

Staff training and development

Cost management

Food safety knowledge

Strong communication

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Kitchen Manager

About Us

Suser Restaurant Group is comprised of Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall, located in the lakes area of Oakland County. We invite you to join our talented team that is committed to providing amazing food and service to our guests — whom we treat like family.

The Role

The Kitchen Manager is a key leader within Suser Restaurant Group, responsible for overseeing all back of house operations and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and cleanliness across our kitchens. This role requires a hands‑on leader who leads by example, develops their team, and takes ownership of the kitchen from prep through service. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, committed to excellence, and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily back of house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high‑quality service throughout every shift
• Lead, coach, train, and develop the kitchen team, creating an environment where hard work, growth, and achievement are recognized and rewarded
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all menu items
• Ensure all health code requirements, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies are followed at all times
• Manage food and labor costs, monitoring waste, controlling portions, and maximizing efficiency without compromising quality
• Create and manage prep lists, line schedules, and station assignments to ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for every service
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management, building strong relationships with vendors and ensuring the freshest ingredients are always on hand
• Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, seasonal specials, and new item rollouts
• Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, reporting any issues promptly and ensuring proper preventative maintenance is performed
• Manage kitchen staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage while controlling labor costs
• Conduct regular line checks before service to ensure all stations are properly stocked, organized, and ready
• Enforce proper food rotation, labeling, and storage procedures at all times
• Recruit, interview, and onboard new kitchen team members as needed
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the values of Suser Restaurant Group

What We're Looking For

• 2‑3 years of kitchen management or chef experience in a full‑service restaurant environment
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a kitchen team in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, and ordering
• Current knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation best practices
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence and make sound decisions under pressure
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Passion for food, hospitality, and developing the next generation of culinary talent

We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Real opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive team culture built on respect, accountability, and collaboration

This Is More Than a Job.

It’s an opportunity to lead a kitchen you’re proud of — developing talented cooks, putting out exceptional food, and building a team culture that shows in every dish. At Suser Restaurant Group, great leaders are given the tools, support, and autonomy to make a real impact. If you’re ready to take ownership of the kitchen and grow with a team that genuinely loves what they do, we want to hear from you. Join us at Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella’s Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall — apply today!