Kitchen Manager: Culinary Leadership & Operations

Red Door Woodfired Grill; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Pharmacy Benefits

Company-provided Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) With Employer Match

Competitive pay + quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

Business Casual Work Attire

Meal Discount

Job summary

A preferred dining establishment is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations and ensure culinary excellence. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, and upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of leadership experience in a full-service restaurant and a strong understanding of scratch cooking. The position offers benefits including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of kitchen leadership experience in a restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of scratch cooking techniques.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for efficiency and quality.
• Supervise and train culinary team members.
• Ensure adherence to food quality and safety standards.
• Manage inventory and cost controls effectively.

Skills

Kitchen leadership experience

Culinary knowledge

Communication

Team management

Problem-solving

Job description

A preferred dining establishment is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily operations and ensure culinary excellence. Responsibilities include overseeing food preparation, managing kitchen staff, and upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of leadership experience in a full-service restaurant and a strong understanding of scratch cooking. The position offers benefits including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and performance-based bonuses.