Kitchen Manager: Lead Back-of-House & Growth

Bubba's 33; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Restaurant discounts

Recognition programs

Career growth

Formal training

Job summary

Bubba’s 33 in Davenport, IA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, and food preparation in a timely manner according to established recipes and procedures.

You will lead a team, ensure safety and cleanliness, manage schedules, monitor ticket times, and drive food cost controls while maintaining the brand’s scratch-made standards and community-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
• Enforcing compliance with all employment policies and overseeing cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
• Directing productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
• Managing performance of Back of House employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
• Assisting with the development of all key employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one-on-ones
• Conducting line Taste & Temp checks as part of inventory and safety in the kitchen
• Overseeing proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
• Understanding, managing, and practicing safe food handling procedures
• Managing food costs, tracking waste, and controlling kitchen labor costs
• Directing work for Back of House employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules
• Training Back of House employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Reviewing applications, interviewing, and hiring Back of House employees
• Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment in line with core values and goals
• Reviewing total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, leave policies, and retirement plans

Job description

Bubba’s 33 in Davenport, IA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, and food preparation in a timely manner according to established recipes and procedures.

You will lead a team, ensure safety and cleanliness, manage schedules, monitor ticket times, and drive food cost controls while maintaining the brand’s scratch-made standards and community-focused culture.