Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Roadhouse is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee Back of House operations, ensuring food quality and staff performance. This role includes managing food costs, staff training, and maintaining a safe work environment. Join a people-first company dedicated to legendary service and food.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year

Annual holiday bonus

Responsibilities

• Supervising food production and preparation.
• Managing Back of House staff performance.
• Ensuring compliance with safety and cleanliness.

Job description

At Texas Roadhouse, we are a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks. Legendary Food and Legendary Service define 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?

Pay:

$43,000 - $70,000 annually

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

Responsibilities include:

1. Supervising and overseeing food production and preparation in accordance with recipes and procedures.
2. Enforcing compliance with employment policies and maintaining restaurant cleanliness and guest safety.
3. Monitoring and maintaining efficient food ticket times.
4. Managing Back of House staff performance, including evaluations, coaching, and discipline.
5. Developing key employees through daily feedback during one-on-ones.
6. Conducting formal taste and temperature checks as part of inventory and safety management.
7. Overseeing proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items.
8. Practicing safe food handling procedures.
9. Managing food costs, waste, and kitchen labor costs.
10. Setting work hours, weekly schedules, and task assignments for Back of House employees.
11. Training staff on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures.
12. Participating in hiring processes for Back of House staff.
13. Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment aligned with our core values and goals.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package after 30 days of employment, including:

• Multiple medical plan options
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Parental, Donor, Bereavement leave, and 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Disability Insurance
• Life, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Monthly Profit-Sharing
• Quarterly Restricted Stock Units
• Community support opportunities
• Annual holiday bonus

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or national origin. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.