Kitchen Manager — Lead a High-Volume Scratch Kitchen

Northern Tap House; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus potential

Leadership development & training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Northern Tap House Lakeville is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced scratch kitchen. You’ll direct daily operations, train and mentor cooks, and ensure top quality, safety, and guest experiences.

The role requires 2+ years of kitchen management, strong leadership, and the ability to jump on the line. Competitive salary range $80,000–$90,000 annually plus bonus potential, with opportunities for growth. Nights, weekends, and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience managing labor, food costs, inventory, and scheduling
• Passion for scratch-made food and quality execution; ability to recruit, train, mentor, and retain top talent

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily kitchen operations with a focus on food quality, safety, and consistency
• Coach, train, schedule, and develop Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Dishwashers
• Lead by example by working alongside your team during service
• Manage labor, food costs, inventory, ordering, and financial performance
• Ensure recipe execution, portion control, presentation, and ticket time standards
• Maintain sanitation, cleanliness, and health department compliance
• Create a positive culture built on accountability, teamwork, and growth

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Labor management

Food cost control

Team development

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Northern Tap House Lakeville is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a fast-paced scratch kitchen. You’ll direct daily operations, train and mentor cooks, and ensure top quality, safety, and guest experiences.

The role requires 2+ years of kitchen management, strong leadership, and the ability to jump on the line. Competitive salary range $80,000–$90,000 annually plus bonus potential, with opportunities for growth. Nights, weekends, and holidays are required.