Kitchen Manager: Lead a Local, Scratch-Made Kitchen

HomeGrown Kitchen; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HomeGrown Kitchen in Fayetteville, AR is opening a new restaurant and seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a hands-on team. You will recruit, train, and guide kitchen staff, manage food cost and inventory, and ensure food safety and high guest satisfaction in a fast-paced casual dining setting.

The role requires leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coach staff while maintaining brand standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Previous kitchen management experience in a casual dining restaurant (preferred)
• Minimum one (1) year of supervisory experience
• Ability to make decisions, uphold brand standards, and resolve problems
• Ability to guide, direct, and motivate staff
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks
• Ability to teach and train staff
• Ability to monitor processes, materials, and resources
• Ability to perform administrative tasks
• Knowledge of personnel practices and regulations
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices and regulations
• Ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and good judgment
• Strong time and task management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the kitchen operations
• Recruit, select, train, and develop kitchen team
• Foster team cohesiveness and positive team working environment
• Provide friendly and efficient guest service and teamwork
• Oversee opening and closing activities
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation and health standards
• Ensure compliance with security procedures
• Coordinate with Hospitality and General Managers for seamless guest service
• Monitor food preparation methods and presentation
• Schedule staff hours to labor budget
• Manage food cost, inventory, and labor productivity
• Resolve personnel issues and provide coaching
• Oversee site operations and deliveries
• Perform some food prep and service tasks
• Direct facility maintenance and other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Staff development

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

HomeGrown Kitchen in Fayetteville, AR is opening a new restaurant and seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a hands-on team. You will recruit, train, and guide kitchen staff, manage food cost and inventory, and ensure food safety and high guest satisfaction in a fast-paced casual dining setting.

The role requires leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coach staff while maintaining brand standards.