Kitchen Manager | Polished Casual Restaurant | Great Culture!

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Path to multi-unit leadership

Culture of hustle and ownership

Job summary

Nextgen Hospitality Solutions is seeking a Kitchen Manager for a fast-paced Indianapolis kitchen. Lead daily operations, coach the back-of-house team, and maintain high standards during rush periods.

You will manage food cost, inventory, and labor targets while ensuring food safety compliance. A hands-on leader with a track record in full-service dining is ideal.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing a high-volume kitchen.
• Ability to coach cooks and maintain standards.
• Strong understanding of food cost and inventory.
• ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations during peak shifts.
• Manage food cost, waste, and inventory controls.
• Train and coach cooks on speed and quality standards.
• Enforce food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Partner with management on scheduling and labor targets.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food cost control

Food safety (ServSafe)

Job description

Lead the Line: Kitchen Manager Wanted for a Thriving Indianapolis Kitchen

Ready to run a kitchen that never slows down?

This high-volume, full-service Polished Casual restaurant needs a Kitchen Manager who thrives on pace and precision. You'll drive consistency, coach the back-of-house team, and keep food quality sharp through every rush. If you love a fast floor and a tight ship, this is your next move.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Earn $60,000 to $70,000 per year, plus bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage available
• 401(k) plan and Paid Time Off included
• Real path to multi-unit or senior leadership roles
• Join a culture that rewards hustle and ownership

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily kitchen operations during high-volume shifts
• Manage food cost, waste, and inventory controls
• Train and coach cooks on speed and quality standards
• Enforce food safety and sanitation compliance
• Partner with management on scheduling and labor targets

What We're Looking For

• Proven kitchen management experience in full-service dining
• Comfortable leading teams through high-volume rushes
• Strong grasp of food cost and inventory management
• ServSafe or food safety certification preferred
• Hands-on leader who leads from the line