Lead Southern Kitchen Manager — Craft Heritage & Team Excellence

Austin Grill LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Pet insurance

Meal discounts

Discounts at partner locations

Job summary

Ms. Peach’s Southern Kitchen in Sterling, VA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations, uphold standards of quality, and foster a positive, team-centered kitchen culture.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, values tradition, and will oversee food preparation, staff development, and day-to-day kitchen activities, with a schedule around 50–55 hours per week including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager in a fast casual or full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership and ability to motivate a culinary team.
• Financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Excellent culinary skills and passion for Southern cuisine.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Clear verbal communication in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth kitchen operations and the consistent delivery of high-quality dishes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Maintain food quality standards and adherence to recipes, consistently meeting or exceeding guest expectations.
• Manage kitchen budgets, control costs, and optimize profitability while upholding culinary excellence.
• Enforce compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as kitchen policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Culinary excellence

Team development

Guest interaction

Multitasking

Food safety

Job description

Ms. Peach’s Southern Kitchen in Sterling, VA is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations, uphold standards of quality, and foster a positive, team-centered kitchen culture.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, values tradition, and will oversee food preparation, staff development, and day-to-day kitchen activities, with a schedule around 50–55 hours per week including evenings and weekends.