Kitchen Manager — Lead High-Energy, Innovative Kitchen

Nans Kitchen; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food

Snacks

Advancement

Paid time off

Training

Development

Job summary

Nan's Kitchen in Southborough, MA is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team within a fast-paced, unique concept centered on fried chicken sammies and creative bowls. You will develop prep systems, recruit and mentor staff, plan schedules to optimize coverage and costs, and ensure strict health and safety compliance across all kitchen operations.

We offer a competitive salary of $60,000–$65,000, health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement in a

Responsibilities

• System Development: Maintain highly efficient prep systems to ensure quality and consistency across all menu items.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and manage our kitchen staff. Foster a positive, energetic, and high-performance team culture.
• Scheduling & Labor: Create and manage staff schedules to optimize coverage, control labor costs, and ensure smooth service flow.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily kitchen operations, inventory management, ordering, and compliance with all health and safety regulations.

Job description

Nan's Kitchen in Southborough, MA is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team within a fast-paced, unique concept centered on fried chicken sammies and creative bowls. You will develop prep systems, recruit and mentor staff, plan schedules to optimize coverage and costs, and ensure strict health and safety compliance across all kitchen operations.

We offer a competitive salary of $60,000–$65,000, health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement in a