Kitchen Manager & Chef — Lead a Scratch Kitchen, Full Benefits

Milwaukee Burger Company; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO

Budget Bonuses

Job summary

Milwaukee Burger Company in Appleton, WI is seeking a Kitchen Manager/Chef to lead a fast-paced scratch kitchen. You’ll drive food quality, safety, and cost controls while developing a talented team and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to manage labor and inventory, and a passion for quality, with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for scratch cooking, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Experience managing labor, food costs, inventory, and scheduling.
• Ability to recruit, train, mentor, and retain top talent.
• Hands-on leader who isn't afraid to jump on the line.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily kitchen operations with a focus on food quality, safety, and consistency
• Coach, train, schedule, and develop Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers
• Lead by example by working alongside your team during service
• Maintain food, labor, and operating costs while achieving financial goals
• Oversee inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and product rotation
• Ensure recipe execution, portion control, presentation, and ticket times
• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness, and health department standards
• Build a positive, accountable culture centered around teamwork and growth

Job description

Milwaukee Burger Company in Appleton, WI is seeking a Kitchen Manager/Chef to lead a fast-paced scratch kitchen. You’ll drive food quality, safety, and cost controls while developing a talented team and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The role requires hands-on leadership, the ability to manage labor and inventory, and a passion for quality, with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation.