Kitchen Manager: Culinary Leader & Team Builder in Ops

CRG Dining; Fort Mitchell (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cunningham Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Manager for our BRU Burger Fort Mitchell location in Fort Mitchell, KY. You will lead culinary operations, develop menus, and drive cost-efficient, high-quality kitchen performance in a fast-paced environment.

Join a growing, community-focused restaurant group that values teamwork, innovation, and consistent execution of concepts across multiple locations. This role requires strong leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to food safety and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in a restaurant environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent training preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of food cost control and budget management.
• Food safety and sanitation certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain culinary vision for each concept.
• Create and update menus on-trend and seasonal.
• Recruit, train, supervise kitchen staff.
• Set performance expectations and provide feedback.
• Uphold high standards of quality and presentation.
• Oversee food prep, quality control, and portioning.
• Manage inventory, costs, and waste reduction.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and clean kitchen.
• Collaborate to set budget and financial targets.
• Monitor costs, purchasing, and pricing for profitability

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Food cost control

Budget management

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Cunningham Restaurant Group is seeking a Kitchen Manager for our BRU Burger Fort Mitchell location in Fort Mitchell, KY. You will lead culinary operations, develop menus, and drive cost-efficient, high-quality kitchen performance in a fast-paced environment.

Join a growing, community-focused restaurant group that values teamwork, innovation, and consistent execution of concepts across multiple locations. This role requires strong leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to food safety and