Kitchen Manager | Fast Casual Restaurant

nextgen-hospitality-solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

nextgen-hospitality-solutions is seeking a Kitchen Manager for a high-volume fast casual concept in Jacksonville, FL. You will lead a talented kitchen team, maintain top food quality, and drive a culture of excellence across busy shifts.

Responsibilities include overseeing operations, enforcing food safety and portion control, training staff, and optimizing inventory and costs to support a thriving concept.

Qualifications

• Proven kitchen management experience in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate kitchen teams under pressure.
• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment.
• Detail-oriented problem solver with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations during shifts and manage production efficiency.
• Maintain food safety standards, portion control, and consistent dish quality.
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to maximize performance and retention.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and communicate ordering needs to leadership.
• Lead team through peak service, solving problems in the moment.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Kitchen Manager - High-Volume Fast Casual

Love the fire and energy of a bustling kitchen?

We're looking for a Kitchen Manager who thrives in fast-paced service where every shift counts. You'll lead a talented team through high-volume operations, maintain unwavering food quality, and build a kitchen culture where excellence is the standard. This is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic, growing restaurant concept.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $50,000-$60,000 annually, plus performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan to build your future
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Leadership growth and career advancement opportunities in a thriving concept

What You'll Do

• Oversee all kitchen operations during shifts and manage production efficiency
• Maintain food safety standards, portion control, and consistent dish quality
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to maximize performance and retention
• Manage inventory, food costs, and communicate ordering needs to leadership
• Lead team through peak service, solving problems in the moment

What We're Looking For

• Proven kitchen management experience in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP protocols
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate kitchen teams under pressure
• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, high-energy kitchen environment
• Detail-oriented problem solver with strong communication and organizational skills

Ready to bring your kitchen expertise to a team that values your leadership? We'd love to hear from you.