Kitchen Manager: Lead Fast-Paced, Quality-Driven Kitchen

JDK Management Company; York (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Quaker Steak & Lube is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant environment. You will develop and coach kitchen staff, ensure quality, consistency, and presentation, and partner with the General Manager to drive guest satisfaction.

In this hands-on role, you’ll manage inventory, cost controls, and training, while upholding health and safety standards and supporting front-of-house collaboration to deliver smooth service every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous management experience in casual dining.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and efficiency
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost control to support food cost targets and minimize waste
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen that meets all health and safety standards
• Uphold and enforce proper food-handling, sanitation, and prep procedures at all times
• Support the hiring, training, scheduling, and development of all kitchen team members
• Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure smooth service and timely execution
• Step in where needed during service and take on additional responsibilities as part of a hands-on leadership team

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quaker Steak & Lube is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant environment. You will develop and coach kitchen staff, ensure quality, consistency, and presentation, and partner with the General Manager to drive guest satisfaction.

In this hands-on role, you’ll manage inventory, cost controls, and training, while upholding health and safety standards and supporting front-of-house collaboration to deliver smooth service every day.