Kitchen Manager: Lead a Dynamic Team + Growth

WildBird, LLC; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun culture

Growth opportunities

Free shift meals

WILDBIRD swag

Training & development

Job summary

WILDBIRD in California is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality and safety, and lead a growing team.

You will hire, train, and develop staff, manage inventory and costs, maintain on-budget performance, and uphold our culinary standards. This is a hands-on leadership role with a flexible schedule and strong growth opportunities within the company. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, free shift meals, and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of kitchen management experience in a restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience with food cost management and inventory.
• Valid Food Handler and ServSafe certifications.
• Flexible schedule — this is a hands-on leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations — staffing, food cost, quality, and safety standards.
• Hire, train, and develop kitchen team members. Build a crew that takes pride in the food.
• Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and ensure the kitchen runs on budget.
• Lead by example on the line during peak hours and maintain WILDBIRD culinary standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Food cost management

Education

ServSafe certification

Food Handler certification

Job description

WILDBIRD in California is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality and safety, and lead a growing team.

You will hire, train, and develop staff, manage inventory and costs, maintain on-budget performance, and uphold our culinary standards. This is a hands-on leadership role with a flexible schedule and strong growth opportunities within the company. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, free shift meals, and a collaborative team culture.