Kitchen Manager

GUN BARREL CITY WINGS LLC; Sanger (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonus

PTO

Shift meals

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Wings Over Sanger is seeking a dynamic Kitchen Manager to own the back-of-house operations, ensure quality and speed, and lead a high-energy kitchen team. You will train staff, manage inventory, and uphold strict safety and sanitation standards to deliver consistent wings, sides, and sauces.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in kitchen leadership, ServSafe certification, and a proven ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen management or shift-lead experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Leadership skills to motivate and manage a diverse BOH team under pressure.
• Strong organizational ability for inventory, ordering, and station setup.
• Valid ServSafe Manager certification.
• Ability to stand long hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a hot kitchen.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead BOH operations: oversee daily prep and execution of all menu items, ensuring speed and quality.
• Train and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Manage inventory, place weekly orders, and monitor food waste for cost control.
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards, and maintain clean, functional equipment.
• Ensure meals are prepared per recipes, presentation guidelines, and portion controls.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Are you obsessed with food quality, execution, and leading a team to culinary success? Wings Over Sanger is seeking a dedicated, organized, and high-energy Kitchen Manager to oversee our back-of-house operations.

As the Kitchen Manager, you will own the kitchen. You will ensure every order of wings, sides, and sauces goes out perfectly, safely, and fast. You will be responsible for training kitchen staff, managing inventory, maintaining strict cleanliness standards, and working side-by-side with your crew on the line.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Lead BOH Operations: Oversee the daily preparation and execution of all menu items. Ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, efficiently, and meets ticket-time goals during peak rushes.
• Train & Mentor: Recruit, train, and schedule line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. Foster a culture of teamwork, speed, and accountability.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Manage food inventory, place weekly orders, and track food waste to maintain strong food cost margins.
• Safety & Sanitation: Enforce strict health, safety, and sanitation standards. Keep all kitchen equipment clean, maintained, and in proper working order.
• Quality Control: Ensure all food items are prepared according to standard recipes, presentation guidelines, and portion controls.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: 2+ years of kitchen management or shift lead experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant. Experience with fry stations and high-volume chicken concepts is a major plus.
• Leadership: Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse kitchen crew under pressure.
• Organization: Excellent skills in inventory management, ordering, and line station organization.
• Certifications: Valid ServSafe Manager certification
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a hot kitchen environment.
• Availability: Flexibility to work a restaurant schedule, including nights, weekends, and peak holiday periods.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary with performance bonus potential
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Free and discounted shift meals
• Clear path for advancement (e.g., stepping up to Assistant General Manager or General Manager)

About Wings Over Sanger:

At Wings Over Sanger, we pride ourselves on serving up the freshest, most flavorful wings in town. The kitchen is the engine of our restaurant, and we believe in supporting our BOH team with the leadership, tools, and respect they need to succeed every single day.