Lead Scratch Kitchen: Grow Talent & Deliver Excellence

Superior Talent Source; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

People-centric culture

Scratch kitchen

Job summary

Superior Talent Source is seeking a Kitchen Manager for a scratch-kitchen environment in Alabama. You will lead a people-first culinary team, coach future leaders, and ensure every dish reflects high standards in flavor and presentation.

The role emphasizes hands-on kitchen management, food safety, and effective cost control, with opportunities for growth within a best-in-class culture focused on people and development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Kitchen Manager or culinary leadership experience in a high-volume environment.
• Passion for scratch kitchens and quality-driven execution.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to manage costs, inventory, and kitchen systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a people-first kitchen and coach a high-performing culinary team.
• Champion scratch food excellence with high standards in flavor and presentation.
• Own daily kitchen operations including prep, line, cleanliness, and organization.
• Develop and train talent, building bench strength and growth paths.
• Drive food safety and sanitation, and uphold operational standards.
• Manage costs and inventory, control waste, and ensure proper ordering.

Skills

People development

Leadership

Food safety

Cost management

Inventory management

Kitchen operations

Communication

Job description

Superior Talent Source is seeking a Kitchen Manager for a scratch-kitchen environment in Alabama. You will lead a people-first culinary team, coach future leaders, and ensure every dish reflects high standards in flavor and presentation.

The role emphasizes hands-on kitchen management, food safety, and effective cost control, with opportunities for growth within a best-in-class culture focused on people and development.