Kitchen Manager - $1,000 Sign On Bonus

Torchy's Tacos; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Torchy's Tacos is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee BOH operations in Saint Petersburg, Florida. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of kitchen management experience and relevant certifications. This role involves managing food costs, hiring staff, and ensuring a clean kitchen environment. Join a company with a mission to serve the best tacos and enjoy various benefits including competitive salary, bonuses, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Eligibility for period-based bonuses

Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Food discount for you and your spouse

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of kitchen management experience.
• Strong understanding of training and development concepts.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Back of the House (BOH) operations.
• Manage food costs and conduct inventories.
• Hire and train BOH Team Members.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual Skills

Education

State alcohol-server Certification

Manager ServSafe Certification

Job description

Job Description: Kitchen Manager at Torchy's

The legacy of Torchy's began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with a simple idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer. Today, we operate in dozens of locations across multiple states. OUR MISSION: Be Damn Good. OUR VISION: Serve people the best damn tacos. OUR WHY: Passion. OUR MOTTO: Devil is in the details.

Here’s what we need:

As a Torchy’s Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all Back of the House (BOH) operations, ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment, and fostering a culture of excellence: "If it’s not great, we don’t serve it!" We seek someone passionate about scratch-made food who is results-oriented, self-motivated, and dedicated to developing others.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Managing food costs, placing orders, updating pricing, and conducting inventories.
2. Hiring, interviewing, and selecting BOH Team Members to ensure proper staffing.
3. Creating schedules that meet labor targets aligned with sales projections.
4. Ensuring recipes are followed, ingredients are weighed correctly, production is recorded, and servings are properly portioned.
5. Using Mystery Shop and assessment results to develop improvement plans for operations and food quality.
6. Communicating the "why" and "how" to Team Members when giving directions.
7. Motivating and leading Team Members in line with Torchy’s Values.
8. Managing daily shifts and supporting store operations.
9. Partnering with Learning & Development to ensure proper training and certification of BOH Team Members.

QUE-SO…here’s what you’ll need:

• At least 3 years of kitchen management experience.
• State alcohol-server and Manager ServSafe Certifications.
• Strong understanding of training and development concepts.
• Ability to foster teamwork and demonstrate leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 40 pounds.
• Capacity to stand for extended periods and reach for objects at various heights.

Let’s TACO ‘bout why it pays to be a Torchy’s Team Member:

• Salary range: $55k-$63k, based on experience.
• Eligibility for period-based bonuses.
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Immediate access to earned wages through DailyPay.
• Monthly bonus eligibility.
• Food discount for you and your spouse.
• Casual attire and company swag.
• Growth opportunities—more than just a job, a Damn Good career!
• Exclusive discounts on shows, sporting events, hotels, and more.
• Support from the Torchy’s Family Foundation during times of need.
• Bragging rights—yeah, we’re kind of a big deal!

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer complies with all federal employment laws and provides the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor for applicants.