Kitchen Manager: Lead Quality, Safety & Team

Jefferson City Pizza Ranch; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pizza Ranch is hiring a Kitchen Manager at our Jefferson City location to lead food quality, kitchen operations, and back-of-house culture. You will support the General Manager in running day-to-day operations while upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on high-volume dinner and weekend shifts, motivating a team, and maintaining consistent guest satisfaction through quality food and efficient service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in restaurant or kitchen management is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a high-energy environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and kitchen management systems.

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
• Implement and enforce progressive discipline when needed
• Assist with labor and food cost control strategies
• Use Qualtrics guest feedback data to identify areas for improvement
• Lead by example during peak hours, especially nights and weekends, by working the line and engaging with the team
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen that meets local and company standards
• Collaborate with the management team to ensure smooth shift transitions and team alignment

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen management software

Job description

Pizza Ranch is hiring a Kitchen Manager at our Jefferson City location to lead food quality, kitchen operations, and back-of-house culture. You will support the General Manager in running day-to-day operations while upholding safety and cleanliness standards.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on high-volume dinner and weekend shifts, motivating a team, and maintaining consistent guest satisfaction through quality food and efficient service.