Kitchen Manager

Landed; Plano (TX); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical dental vision benefits

Shift meals & discounts

Clear career path & leadership dev

High-energy restaurant culture

Team growth & learning culture

Paid time off

Performance-based bonuses

Paid weekly

Descripción de la vacante

Talkin' Tacos is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead and develop the kitchen team in a fast-paced setting. You will drive daily operations, ensure food quality, and uphold safety standards while contributing to a profitable, high-energy restaurant culture.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a focus on culture-building, and the ability to coach staff for growth and excellence in service.

Formación

• Experience leading kitchen teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Commitment to high standards of food quality and service.
• Ability to stay calm and decisive under pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, coach, and direct the kitchen team to deliver fast, high-quality meals.
• Ensure dishes meet Talkin' Tacos standards for flavor and consistency.
• Maintain health, safety, and food-handling compliance at all levels.
• Oversee line operations, prep, and inventory accuracy; support hiring decisions.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Operational Excellence

People Development

Food Safety

Descripción del empleo

Kitchen Manager

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. At Talkin' Tacos, leadership isn't just about running shifts-it's about building culture, growing people, and raising the bar. 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.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Shift Meals & Discounts
• 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
• Paid Weekly

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR!

• 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

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• 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