Kitchen Manager

Oak & Stone; University (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Growth opportunities

Supportive, energetic culture

Fun, team-oriented environment

Job summary

Oak & Stone in Florida seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead back‑of‑house operations, ensuring high food quality, sanitation, and a safe, engaging kitchen. You’ll recruit and develop staff, drive culinary excellence, and partner with leadership to hit sales and profit goals with servant leadership.

You’ll oversee scheduling, labor costs, inventory, and events support, fostering a positive, inclusive kitchen culture while ensuring health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of culinary management experience in high-volume settings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing BOH team.
• Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and administrative duties.
• Partner with leadership to hit sales and profit goals.
• Lead a positive, inclusive, and engaging kitchen culture.
• Oversee kitchen scheduling, performance, and labor costs.
• Support catering and events with strong execution.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations.

Skills

Culinary management

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

ServSafe certification

Job description

About Us:

At Oak & Stone, we combine the laid-back vibe of a tavern with exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality. Guests enjoy Florida’s largest self-pour beer wall and a menu crafted to impress. We believe in genuine service, thoughtful interactions, and treating guests like friends.

About the Role:

We're looking for a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations. This role ensures high food quality, team performance, and a safe, clean, and engaging kitchen environment. You'll recruit and develop staff, drive culinary excellence, support sales goals, and champion our culture of servant leadership.

What You’ll Do:

• Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing BOH team


• Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation standards


• Manage inventory, purchasing, and administrative duties


• Partner with leadership to hit sales and profit goals


• Lead a positive, inclusive, and engaging kitchen culture


• Oversee kitchen scheduling, performance, and labor costs


• Support catering and events with strong execution


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations

Why Oak & Stone?

• Competitive pay & benefits


• Growth opportunities


• Supportive, energetic culture


• Fun, team-oriented environment

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of culinary management experience in high-volume settings


• Strong leadership and communication skills


• ServSafe certification preferred


• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus


• Passion for food, team development, and guest experience