Kitchen Operations Lead — Fast-Casual, Bonuses

Nothing But Noodles; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + quarterlyBon

Paid time off and health insurance

Employee meals and dining discounts

Job summary

Nothing but Noodles in Lexington, KY is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team, uphold food quality and safety, and drive operational excellence in a fast-casual setting.

You will hire and train staff, manage prep, cooking, sanitation, inventory, and labor costs while collaborating with the General Manager to ensure a smooth dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience in a fast casual or full-service restaurant.
• Proven track record in high-volume operations and leading diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, prep systems, and labor management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, line management, and sanitation.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise BOH staff to ensure consistent performance and food quality.
• Maintain food and labor cost targets through effective ordering, inventory control, and waste reduction.
• Enforce health, safety, and cleanliness standards in accordance with local regulations.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and FOH leaders to ensure smooth and efficient service flow.
• Ensure strict recipe adherence and portion control.
• Foster a positive, motivated, and accountable kitchen culture.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety

Operations management

Team supervision

Job description

Nothing but Noodles in Lexington, KY is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team, uphold food quality and safety, and drive operational excellence in a fast-casual setting.

You will hire and train staff, manage prep, cooking, sanitation, inventory, and labor costs while collaborating with the General Manager to ensure a smooth dining experience for guests.