Kitchen Manager

Dave & Buster's Inc.; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 75,662 - 89,014; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus program

Health, dental, vision coverage

Employee assistance program

401(k) matching plan

Free food

Free gameplay

Fun work environment

Job summary

Dave & Buster's Inc. is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager in Milford, Connecticut. As the heart of operations, you will lead an elite team to ensure exceptional kitchen performance and guest satisfaction while managing costs effectively.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of restaurant experience, a passion for culinary excellence, and proven leadership abilities. Enjoy perks like competitive salary, bonuses, health benefits, and a fun work environment.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• 3+ years of restaurant/hospitality experience.
• Proficient in managing costs and labor.
• Ability to lead a team and create memorable experiences.
• Strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and develop BOH employees.
• Ensure a safe and sanitary environment.
• Manage food costs and kitchen labor.
• Practice safe food handling procedures.
• Collaborate with management to drive financial results.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Cost management

Team motivation

Guest experience enhancement

Job description

Job Description

The Kitchen Manager is the heart of our operations. As the leader of the kitchen, the KM is the culinary expert who keeps our kitchens in pristine operating conditions. You will select and motivate an elite group of back‑of‑house employees and manage costs to ensure overall financial success of the location.

What we are looking for

• You love working in a fast‑paced, multi‑faced restaurant/entertainment scene.
• You can communicate to your team in a way that inspires fun.
• There isn't a station you cannot work and a team you cannot lead.
• You can handle 100K days and work an average of 50‑hour work weeks.
• You enjoy new menu rollouts and love introducing new food items to our guests.
• You thrive on instant satisfaction! There’s nothing better than improving someone's experience or encouraging your team to elevate their performance.

Requirements

• 21+ years of age.
• 3+ years of restaurant/hospitality experience.
• Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor.
• Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience.
• Proven experience in kitchen management.
• Strong business acumen.
• Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Not afraid to work in a fast‑paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions.

What will you be doing daily

• You are the head coach of a talented group of BOH employees, responsible for hiring, training, developing, and retaining the best team possible.
• Create a well‑maintained, safe, secure, and sanitary environment for all guests and staff.
• Manage food costs, track waste, and control kitchen labor costs.
• Understand, manage, and practice safe food‑handling procedures.
• Collaborate with the rest of the management team to drive financial results and optimize profitability in your location.

Perks

• Competitive salary.
• Quarterly bonus program.
• Health, dental, vision, long & short‑term disability.
• Employee assistance program.
• Buster’s Legacy Fund (supports team members during difficult times).
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Free food.
• Free gameplay.
• Large leadership team—multiple managers per shift.
• Fun work environment.

Grow your career

Two fun brands (Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = double the growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

Salary Range

$75,662 – $89,014