Kitchen Manager | Casual Dining Restaurant | People First Culture

nextgen-hospitality-solutions; Holly Springs (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $60,000–$70,000

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Leadership autonomy

Mentor kitchen team

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is seeking a Kitchen Manager for a high-volume casual dining concept in North Carolina. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead a skilled team, and drive consistency in food production during peak service.

The role emphasizes energy, accountability, and building a strong kitchen culture while delivering profitability and exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years kitchen management experience in high-volume restaurants.
• Proven track record leading and developing kitchen teams.
• Strong food safety knowledge and certification preferred.
• Ability to manage pressure and execute during peak service.
• Passion for operational excellence and restaurant profitability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food production standards.
• Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff for efficiency and excellence.
• Control food costs, inventory, and P&L accountability.
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation compliance at all times.
• Maintain quality, plating standards, and ticket consistency during service.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Job description

Kitchen Manager - High-Volume Casual Dining

Ready to command a fast-paced kitchen in North Carolina's bustling casual dining scene?

We're filling a Kitchen Manager role for a high-volume, full-service restaurant in Holly Springs. You'll oversee food operations, lead a skilled team, and drive consistency through peak service every day. This is the role for someone who thrives on energy, accountability, and building strong kitchen cultures.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Salary of $60,000–$70,000 annually with performance bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
• Leadership role with real autonomy over kitchen operations
• Opportunity to mentor and develop a professional kitchen team

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food production standards
• Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff for efficiency and excellence
• Control food costs, inventory, and P&L accountability
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation compliance at all times
• Maintain quality, plating standards, and ticket consistency during service

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years kitchen management experience in high-volume restaurants
• Proven track record leading and developing kitchen teams
• Strong food safety knowledge and certification preferred
• Ability to manage pressure and execute during peak service
• Passion for operational excellence and restaurant profitability

Ready to take the helm?