Kitchen Manager: Lead & Elevate Back-of-House

Texas Roadhouse, Inc.; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursements

Annual holiday bonus

Job summary

Texas Roadhouse is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting food per recipes and procedures. You’ll supervise production, enforce policies, manage staff performance, and drive cost controls in a fast-paced dining environment.

The role focuses on ensuring safety, efficiency, and consistent quality while providing a positive, engaging workplace. The company emphasizes growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• A comprehensive total rewards package after 30 days of employment is offered to eligible Restaurant Managers.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, or other protected status.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in accordance with established recipes and procedures.
• Enforcing employment policies and maintaining restaurant cleanliness and guest safety at all times.
• Directing productivity to maintain efficient food item ticket times.
• Managing Back of House employees, including performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline.
• Developing key employees, including assistant managers and hourly staff, with daily feedback during one-on-ones.
• Conducting line Taste & Temp checks as part of inventory and kitchen safety responsibilities.
• Overseeing proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all food items.
• Managing safe food handling procedures and kitchen operations.
• Controlling food costs, tracking waste, and managing kitchen labor costs.
• Directing Back of House work schedules and tasks around restaurant hours.
• Training Back of House staff on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures.
• Screening applications, interviewing, and hiring or recommending hires for Back of House roles.
• Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment aligned with company values and goals.

Job description

Texas Roadhouse is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting food per recipes and procedures. You’ll supervise production, enforce policies, manage staff performance, and drive cost controls in a fast-paced dining environment.

The role focuses on ensuring safety, efficiency, and consistent quality while providing a positive, engaging workplace. The company emphasizes growth opportunities and competitive benefits.