Kitchen Manager: Lead BOH, Growth & Benefits

Applebee's; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid training

Early wage access

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Applebee’s in McAllen, TX is hiring a Kitchen Manager to lead the back-of-house team, oversee line cooks and prep staff, and ensure smooth service. You will manage inventory, sanitation, and compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced casual dining environment.

We value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits. This role requires hands-on leadership, training, scheduling, and collaboration with front-of-house.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of kitchen management experience in casual dining.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Current alcohol and food handling certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee back-of-house operations and hourly staff.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Implement purchasing controls and cost-management.
• Monitor performance and provide corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Written and verbal communication

Planning and organizing

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Applebee’s restaurants nationwide are hiring!

Applebee’s celebrates a fun, friendly, inclusive culture and invites like-minded candidates to join a team where hard work opens opportunities and team members get the support they need to succeed.

We take pride in our teams!

Performance - We totally own our actions and are accountable for our results.

Respect - We treat others the way we want to be treated.

Integrity - We do what we say we're going to do, and always do the right thing.

Development - We continuously grow and improve our teams, ourselves, our company, and our communities.

Engagement - We foster a fun, energizing, and engaging place to work.

Job Description

As the Kitchen Manager, you would be responsible for the back of the house and all of its functions. This position will direct the activities of back-of-the-house hourly associates, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, implementing purchasing and cost controls, and following up with corrective action where needed.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year’s experience with Kitchen Management in the Casual Restaurant industry is required.
• A High School Diploma is preferred.
• Current alcohol and food certifications that meet state requirements are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of team leadership and positive conflict resolution.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to withstand the physical demands a restaurant environment holds.
• Recognition and growth- we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work.
• Competitive benefits (401K, HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plan options) – to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.
• Paid Training – we aim to set you up for success!
• Early Wage Access– Access your earnings before payday
• Company discounts – MAKE IT A ROUTINE AND SAVE!
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within our organization – we're excited to embark on this journey with you.