Kitchen Manager: Lead High-Volume Nights & Team Growth

Pizza Ranch - Clinton; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pizza Ranch - Clinton is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead food quality, kitchen operations, and back-of-house culture. You will partner with leadership to ensure safety, cleanliness, and top-tier guest experience in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires hands-on leadership during dinner and weekend rushes, with the ability to train and motivate a team while maintaining high standards of quality and service.

Qualifications

• Passion for food quality, cleanliness, and team development.
• Proven experience in restaurant or kitchen management (preferred).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a high-energy environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure food quality, cleanliness, and speed of service.
• Conduct regular inventory and manage food ordering to meet budget and demand.
• Perform routine safety and cleanliness walkthroughs and uphold food safety protocols.
• Interview, hire, and train back-of-house team members.
• Lead by example during peak hours, especially nights and weekends.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Guest service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Qualtrics

Kitchen management systems

Job description

Pizza Ranch - Clinton is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead food quality, kitchen operations, and back-of-house culture. You will partner with leadership to ensure safety, cleanliness, and top-tier guest experience in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires hands-on leadership during dinner and weekend rushes, with the ability to train and motivate a team while maintaining high standards of quality and service.