Kitchen Manager | Fast Casual Restaurant

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Clear growth path into multi-unit mgmt

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-casual, high-volume kitchen and own daily operations. You will mentor your crew, uphold food safety and quality, and directly influence guest satisfaction and team morale in a busy environment.

The role offers a competitive salary with bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a clear growth path into multi-unit management. If you excel under pressure and thrive in hospitality excellence, this is your next move.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing fast-casual or high-volume kitchens.
• Strong knowledge of food safety protocols and sanitation.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team under pressure.
• Reliability and strong work ethic in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations and maintain food safety standards.
• Supervise food preparation, plating, and quality across shifts.
• Manage inventory, track costs, and minimize waste.
• Train, schedule, and develop kitchen staff for peak performance.
• Collaborate with management to streamline service and drive sales.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

High-volume operations

Job description

Kitchen Manager - Lead a Fast-Casual Kitchen Team in High-Volume Success

Ready to command a busy kitchen and build something great?

This high-volume fast-casual restaurant is looking for a Kitchen Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in consistent food quality. You'll own the kitchen operations, mentor your crew, and directly impact both customer satisfaction and team morale. If you're energized by controlled chaos and committed to excellence, this role is your next move.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary from $60,000 to $65,000 annually, plus bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan to build your financial future.
• Generous paid time off to recharge and stay healthy.
• Clear growth path into multi-unit management roles.

What You'll Do

• Direct daily kitchen operations and maintain food safety standards consistently.
• Supervise food preparation, plating, and quality across all shifts.
• Manage inventory, track costs, and minimize waste effectively.
• Train, schedule, and develop kitchen staff for peak performance.
• Collaborate with management to streamline service and drive sales.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing fast-casual or high-volume kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of food safety protocols and sanitation practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team under pressure.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and passion for hospitality excellence.