Lead Kitchen Manager: High-Volume, Quality & Team Growth

Goodwin Recruiting; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen operations for a busy, established restaurant in Wisconsin. The role requires ownership mindset, strong food quality standards, and a hands-on leadership style to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will excel in team development, operational efficiency, and cost control, partnering with management to maintain high performance during peak hours and grow the business.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience managing food costs, inventory, and labor.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food costs.
• Develop staff schedules and control labor costs.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Maintain efficient kitchen operations during high-volume service.
• Work closely with management to improve performance and profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Food cost control

Team development

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen operations for a busy, established restaurant in Wisconsin. The role requires ownership mindset, strong food quality standards, and a hands-on leadership style to drive profitability and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will excel in team development, operational efficiency, and cost control, partnering with management to maintain high performance during peak hours and grow the business.