Kitchen Manager | Casual Dining Restaurant | People First Culture

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401k with employer match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions in Bluffton, SC is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume casual dining kitchen. You will mentor a 20+ person team, maintain quality, and drive guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Competitive salary $60,000–$70,000 plus bonuses, health, dental, and vision coverage, 401k with employer match, and generous PTO. Clear pathway to advancement within a growing restaurant group with an energetic team culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years kitchen management or chef-lead experience in high-volume settings.
• Proven track record in full-service casual dining or comparable fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health code compliance.
• Available for full-time commitment including some evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations managing 20+ staff across all stations.
• Maintain food quality, portion consistency, and plating standards during peak service.
• Create and manage schedules, handle training, and coach kitchen performance.
• Ensure HACCP compliance, proper food handling, and sanitization protocols.
• Monitor food costs, manage inventory, and reduce waste without compromising quality.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Cost control

Job description

Kitchen Manager: Lead a High-Volume Casual Dining Kitchen. Bluffton, SC | Competitive Salary + Bonus. Love the energy of a packed kitchen? This is your shot to own it. A thriving casual dining restaurant in Bluffton is searching for a Kitchen Manager ready to command a busy operation, mentor a dynamic team, and drive consistent quality across every plate. You'll work in a high-volume environment where your operational excellence directly impacts guest satisfaction and team morale.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary $60,000–$70,000 annually plus performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• 401k retirement plan with employer match and generous PTO
• Clear pathway to advancement within a growing restaurant group
• Energetic team culture where your leadership style shapes kitchen success

What You'll Do

• Lead daily kitchen operations managing 20+ staff across all stations
• Maintain food quality, portion consistency, and plating standards during peak service
• Create and manage schedules, handle training, and coach kitchen performance
• Ensure HACCP compliance, proper food handling, and sanitization protocols
• Monitor food costs, manage inventory, and reduce waste without compromising quality

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years kitchen management or chef-lead experience in high-volume settings
• Proven track record in full-service casual dining or comparable fast-paced environments
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health code compliance
• Natural leader with the ability to inspire, hold accountable, and develop your team
• Available for full-time commitment including some evening and weekend shifts