Kitchen Manager | Polished Casual Restaurant | Scratch Kitchen

NextGen Hospitality Solutions; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

NextGen Hospitality Solutions in Aurora, CO is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead a dynamic, high-volume kitchen and mentor a talented team.

You will own inventory, food costs, recipe execution, staff development, and collaboration with front-of-house leadership to ensure consistent quality and exceptional guest experiences during every service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years kitchen management experience in high-volume, full-service settings.
• Proven ability to hire, train, and retain strong culinary teams.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, decisive leadership style under pressure.
• Track record of controlling costs while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations across service periods and high-volume shifts.
• Manage food costs, inventory ordering, and supplier relationships daily.
• Hire, train, and build a strong kitchen team.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, plating, and quality standards.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to optimize table flow and guest experience.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Cost control

Staff development

Communication skills

Food safety HACCP

Job description

Take Command of a Dynamic, High-Volume Kitchen

Ready to lead a kitchen operation where energy, precision, and hospitality come together.

This Aurora-based Polished Casual restaurant is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to drive daily operations, mentor your team, and deliver the consistency guests remember. You'll manage the full scope of kitchen execution—from inventory and food costs to recipe execution and staff development,in a high-volume environment where every service counts. This is your chance to build something substantial and grow with an organization that values excellence.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive salary of $60,000 to $70,000 annually, plus performance bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan and paid time off to recharge and refocus.
• Real advancement path for proven operators with growth ambitions.
• Collaborative kitchen culture built on professionalism and mutual respect.

What You'll Do

• Oversee all kitchen operations across service periods and high-volume shifts.
• Manage food costs, inventory ordering, and supplier relationships daily.
• Hire, train, and build a strong kitchen team.
• Ensure consistent execution of recipes, plating, and quality standards.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to optimize table flow and guest experience.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years kitchen management experience in high-volume, full-service settings.
• Proven ability to hire, train, and retain strong culinary teams.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, decisive leadership style under pressure.
• Track record of controlling costs while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction.