Kitchen Manager | Buffet Family Restaurant

nextgen-hospitality-solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Growth opportunities

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Kitchen Manager to run daily operations in a high-volume buffet restaurant. You’ll lead a dedicated team, uphold quality, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced setting.

This role emphasizes leadership, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction, with opportunities for growth as our restaurant operation expands. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen management experience in high-volume restaurants.
• Buffet or full-service dining operations background.
• Ability to lead, train, and develop team members.
• Current or obtainable food safety certification.
• Passion for food quality and operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and food preparation execution.
• Maintain strict food quality, consistency, and plating standards.
• Lead, train, schedule, and motivate your kitchen team.
• Control food costs, manage inventory, and reduce waste.
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation compliance daily.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

High-volume dining

Buffet operations

Job description

Kitchen Manager - Lead a Dynamic High-Volume Kitchen

Ready to take command of a thriving kitchen operation?

We're looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to run daily operations at our busy, full-service buffet restaurant. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensure consistent food quality, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment where your leadership directly impacts guest satisfaction. This is your chance to build something great with a growing establishment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $65,000-$75,000 annually plus bonus potential


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) retirement plan to build your future


• Generous paid time off to recharge and spend time with family


• Real growth opportunities within an expanding restaurant operation

What You'll Do

• Manage daily kitchen operations and food preparation execution


• Maintain strict food quality, consistency, and plating standards


• Lead, train, schedule, and motivate your kitchen team


• Control food costs, manage inventory, and reduce waste


• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation compliance daily

What We're Looking For

• Proven kitchen management experience in high-volume restaurants


• Strong background in buffet or full-service dining operations


• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop team members


• Current or obtainable food safety certification


• Genuine passion for food quality and exceptional operations