Kitchen Manager — Growth & Bonus Opportunities

Perkins American Food Co.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead back-of-house operations and drive profitability while ensuring top guest satisfaction.

You will direct kitchen staff, uphold safety and quality standards, manage inventory and training, and work with regional leadership to meet company goals. This full-time role provides opportunities for advancement and a competitive, performance-based salary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; some college or degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of managerial experience in food service.
• Strong leadership and guest-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manage back of house operations to achieve planned profitability and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure menu items are prepared and presented according to standards and health codes.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and waste control to meet company guidelines.
• Lead staffing, training, and performance reviews for kitchen personnel.
• Monitor productivity, costs, and operating expenses; report financial data.
• Represent the unit in meetings and coordinate with regional leadership.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Guest service

Education

High school diploma

Some college or degree preferred

Job description

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead back-of-house operations and drive profitability while ensuring top guest satisfaction.

You will direct kitchen staff, uphold safety and quality standards, manage inventory and training, and work with regional leadership to meet company goals. This full-time role provides opportunities for advancement and a competitive, performance-based salary.