Kitchen Manager — Made-from-Scratch Kitchen Lead with Growth

Texas Roadhouse; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Maternity leave (100% paid)

Disability insurance

Life & accidental insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

RSU program

Annual holiday bonus

Job summary

Texas Roadhouse is seeking a legendary Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting food to recipes and procedures. Lead staff and ensure safety, cleanliness, and high standards in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

The role focuses on managing costs, scheduling, performance development, and maintaining a safe, fun workplace aligned with our core values. We offer strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or supervision.
• Ability to manage inventory and costs.
• Knowledge of food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and overseeing the production and preparation of food in a manner consistent with established recipes and procedures
• Enforcing compliance with all employment policies and overseeing cleanliness of restaurant and safety of guests at all times
• Directing productivity to monitor and maintain efficient and effective food item ticket times
• Managing performance of Back of House employees, including conducting performance evaluations, coaching, and discipline
• Assisting with the development of all key employees, assistant managers, and hourly employees by providing daily feedback on performance during one-on-ones
• Conducting formal line Taste & Temp checks as part of overall responsibility for inventory and safety in the kitchen
• Overseeing the proper handling, maintenance, and storage of all items
• Understanding, managing, and practicing safe food handling procedures
• Managing food costs, tracking waste, and controlling kitchen labor costs
• Directing work for Back of House employees, including setting hours and weekly schedules, and assigning tasks before, during and after open hours of the restaurant
• Training Back of House employees on equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Reviewing applications, interviewing, and hiring or making recommendation to hire Back of House employees
• Creating a safe, fun, and clean work environment for the staff in a manner consistent with our core values and operational goals

Job description

Texas Roadhouse is seeking a legendary Kitchen Manager to oversee all Back of House operations, including purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting food to recipes and procedures. Lead staff and ensure safety, cleanliness, and high standards in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

The role focuses on managing costs, scheduling, performance development, and maintaining a safe, fun workplace aligned with our core values. We offer strong benefits and opportunities for growth.