Kitchen Supervisor/ Kitchen Manager

Nick's Cove Restaurant, Oyster Bar & Cottages; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Performance bonus

Paid vacation

Sick time

Health benefits

Employee meals

Dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Supportive ownership

Job summary

Nick's Cove Restaurant, Oyster Bar & Cottages in Alabama is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager/Supervisor to lead a fast-paced, high-volume seafood operation. You will guide cooks, manage daily kitchen activities, and ensure top-quality meals and service.

Candidates should have strong leadership, inventory and cost controls, and the ability to train staff while maintaining an organized, sanitary kitchen. Weekend availability and physical stamina are required.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a high-volume kitchen setting.
• Experience with inventory, ordering, scheduling and food cost control.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and team development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and kitchen staff.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Train, coach, and develop team members while fostering a positive, accountable culture.
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls.
• Ensure all health department, sanitation, and food safety standards are consistently met.
• Work alongside the team during peak service, leading by example.
• Coordinate closely with front-of-house management to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Kitchen Manager / Kitchen Supervisor

Lead One of the Coast's Busiest Seafood Kitchens

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager/Supervisor who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and takes pride in leading a strong team. If you're passionate about fresh seafood, quality food, and creating an organized kitchen where people enjoy coming to work, we'd love to meet you.

Our restaurant is known for serving hundreds of guests each day during our busy season. Success in this role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to remain calm and organized while delivering exceptional food and service.

What You'll Do

• Lead and motivate a team of cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and kitchen staff.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Train, coach, and develop team members while fostering a positive, accountable culture.
• Manage scheduling, labor costs, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls.
• Ensure all health department, sanitation, and food safety standards are consistently met.
• Work alongside the team during peak service, leading by example.
• Coordinate closely with front-of-house management to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient kitchen.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience managing a high-volume restaurant kitchen.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
• Experience with inventory management, ordering, scheduling, and food cost control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Knowledge of seafood preparation and handling is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Open availability (or flexibility) to work mornings and evenings. Weekends and holidays necessary.
• Someone who values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive wage based on experience.
• Performance bonus opportunities.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Health benefits (if applicable).
• Employee meals and dining discounts.
• Opportunities for growth within a successful, locally respected restaurant.
• A supportive ownership team that values its employees and promotes from within.

If you're ready to help lead a talented kitchen team and be part of one of the coast's premier seafood restaurants, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume along with a brief summary of your management experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.