Kitchen Manager - Lead BOH, Growth & Early Wage Access

Applebee's; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; 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 Kendallville, IN is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee back-of-house operations, supervise hourly staff, ensure cleanliness and sanitation, manage purchasing and cost controls, and enforce safety standards to protect guests and team.

This role requires strong team leadership, excellent communication, the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced casual dining environment, and a commitment to growth within the company, with paid training and access to benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in kitchen management in casual dining.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Current alcohol and food certifications preferred.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to meet the physical demands of a restaurant.
• Competitive benefits and paid training available.
• Early wage access and staff discounts offered.

Responsibilities

• Direct back-of-house activities and supervise hourly associates.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation throughout kitchen areas.
• Implement purchasing and cost controls to optimize costs.
• Follow up with corrective action where needed to maintain standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Conflict resolution

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Applebee’s Kendallville, IN is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee back-of-house operations, supervise hourly staff, ensure cleanliness and sanitation, manage purchasing and cost controls, and enforce safety standards to protect guests and team.

This role requires strong team leadership, excellent communication, the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced casual dining environment, and a commitment to growth within the company, with paid training and access to benefits.