Kitchen Manager: Lead BOH, Growth & Early Wage Access

Applebee's; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

HSA

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

Paid training

Early wage access

Company discounts

Job summary

Applebee’s is hiring a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in a fast-paced casual dining environment. You will supervise hourly staff, uphold cleanliness and safety standards, and drive purchasing and cost controls.

Join a team that values growth, provides comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. This role supports our Kentucky locations with a focus on consistent, quality guest experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of kitchen management experience in casual dining.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Current alcohol and food certifications meeting state requirements preferred.
• Strong team leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to withstand physical demands of a restaurant.
• Competitive benefits and paid training offered.
• Early wage access and company discounts.
• Opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage back-of-house operations and oversee hourly staff.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Implement purchasing and cost controls.
• Provide corrective action and coaching as needed.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Conflict resolution

Sanitation knowledge

Work ethic

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Applebee’s is hiring a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in a fast-paced casual dining environment. You will supervise hourly staff, uphold cleanliness and safety standards, and drive purchasing and cost controls.

Join a team that values growth, provides comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for advancement. This role supports our Kentucky locations with a focus on consistent, quality guest experiences.