Kitchen Manager - Casual Dining High Volume

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Newport News seeks a Kitchen Manager for our high-volume casual dining establishment. This full-time, on-site role leads culinary operations and emphasizes top-quality food, safety, and guest satisfaction.

You will manage day-to-day kitchen activities, develop menus, control costs, train staff, and collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management, preferably in high-volume settings.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary trends.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in inventory and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and staff schedules.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and hygiene standards are met.
• Oversee inventory management and food costing.
• Develop and update menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
• Train, mentor, and lead kitchen staff for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor and enforce health and safety regulations.
• Implement and maintain kitchen efficiency systems.
• Resolve kitchen-related issues and improve team dynamics.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Inventory management

Cost management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree

Job description

Description

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is currently seeking a Kitchen Manager for our high-volume casual dining establishment in Newport News. This full-time, on-site position offers a unique opportunity to lead culinary operations in a vibrant and fast-paced environment, focusing on delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

As a Kitchen Manager, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen activities, managing a talented team of culinary professionals and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene. You will play a crucial role in menu development, cost control, and maintaining an efficient kitchen workflow, contributing significantly to the success of our restaurant.

We offer a competitive annual salary range of $70,000 - $80,000, along with comprehensive benefits, career development opportunities, and a supportive work culture that encourages growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and staff schedules


• Ensure food quality, safety, and hygiene standards are met


• Oversee inventory management and food costing


• Develop and update menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients


• Train, mentor, and lead kitchen staff for optimal performance


• Collaborate with front-of-house management to ensure seamless operations


• Monitor and enforce health and safety regulations


• Implement and maintain kitchen efficiency systems


• Resolve kitchen-related issues and improve team dynamics

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree preferred


• 5+ years of experience in kitchen management, preferably in high-volume settings


• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary trends


• Excellent leadership and team management abilities


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills


• Proficient in inventory and cost management


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure


• Understanding of health and safety regulations within the restaurant industry