Kitchen Manager

Texas Roadhouse; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Flexible Spending Accounts

Monthly Profit-Sharing Program

Recognition and training opportunities

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Ithaca is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead all Back of House operations. The role involves supervising food preparation, managing costs, and training staff in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for scratch-made food, strong leadership skills, and experience in kitchen management. The position offers competitive pay and substantial benefits including medical plans, paid leave, and profit-sharing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for scratch-made food and prior experience managing kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food cost control and safety procedures.
• Ability to manage and develop kitchen staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee food production following established recipes.
• Enforce compliance with employment policies and ensure cleanliness.
• Manage labor costs and food waste effectively.
• Train employees on equipment maintenance and standards.

Skills

Food preparation management

Employee performance evaluation

Cost management

Food safety procedures

Job description

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

$59,000.00 - $73,000.00 annually

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

Responsibilities

• Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
• In conjunction with all management, enforcing compliance with all employment policies and overseeing cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
• Directing productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
• Managing performance of Back of House employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
• Assisting with the development of all key employees, assistant managers, and hourly employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one‑on‑ones
• Conducting formal line Taste & Temp checks as part of overall responsibility for inventory and safety in the kitchen
• Overseeing the proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
• Understanding, managing, and practicing safe food handling procedures
• Managing food costs, tracking waste, and controlling kitchen labor costs
• Directing work for Back of House employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules, and assigning tasks before, during and after open hours of the restaurant
• Training Back of House employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Reviewing applications, interviewing, and hiring or making recommendation to hire Back of House employees
• Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment for the staff in a manner consistent with our core values and operational goals

At Texas Roadhouse we have a fun culture with flexible work schedules, discounts in our restaurants, friendly competitions, recognition, formal training, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

• A choice of medical plans that are best in class
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Parental, Donor, Bereavement and 100% Paid Maternity Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursements up to $5,250 per year
• Monthly Profit-Sharing Program
• Quarterly Restricted Stock Units Program
• Many opportunities to support your community
• Annual holiday bonus

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, or any other legally‑protected status. We encourage and welcome all applicants to apply.