Kitchen Supervisor

Great-American-Restaurants-1; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thanksgiving and Christmas off

Health Insurance

Dining Card

Job summary

Great American Restaurants in Fairfax, VA is seeking energetic leaders to oversee kitchen operations. You will lead hands-on kitchen work, support the line, and influence food quality in a busy, high-volume setting.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in casual high-volume restaurant kitchens, a passion for food and hospitality, strong leadership, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. A culinary degree is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with Thanksgiving and Christmas off.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in casual, high-volume restaurant kitchens.
• Passion for food and hospitality.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead outstanding kitchen operations with a hands-on approach, supporting the line where needed.
• Have superior product and recipe knowledge to impact food quality.
• Regularly conduct line checks to maintain standards.
• Manage the kitchen window at an outstanding level.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

Line management

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Great American Restaurants, Fairfax, VA, US

Great American Restaurants is growing. With more than 50 years of hospitality excellence, Great American Restaurants operates an award‑winning collection of 14 restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries, and a BBQ spot across Northern Virginia and Maryland. As we prepare to open 3 new locations in the coming year, our company is entering an exciting chapter of growth. We’re looking for passionate, driven hospitality professionals who want to be the best at what they do—leaders who elevate performance, inspire their teams, and take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is an opportunity to grow with a thriving, people‑focused organization that continues to invest in its people and its future. Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace for more than 10 consecutive years, we foster an environment where excellence is expected, supported, and rewarded.

Great American Restaurants is looking for energetic and passionate leaders of kitchen operations who are masterful coaches for leading food excellence and act as a liaison between the staff and management team.

• Competitive salary $55,000-$65,000
• Enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas off
• Health Insurance
• Dining Card

Responsibilities include:

• Lead outstanding kitchen operations with a hands‑on approach, supporting the line where needed.
• Have superior product and recipe knowledge in order to impact food quality.
• Consistently execute impactful line checks.
• Accountable for managing the window at an outstanding level.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 2-5 years working in casual, high volume restaurant kitchens
• Passion for food and hospitality
• Strong leadership qualities
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Culinary degree preferred

Great American Restaurants owns and operates 14 high volume restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries, and a BBQ spot in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our locations include: Patsy’s American – Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks – Ozzie’s Good Eats – Jackson’s – Artie’s – Carlyle – Mike’s American – Silverado – Best Buns – Coastal Flats – Sweetwater Tavern – Stupid Good BBQ