Sous ChefKitchen Manager

Buck & Honeys; Mount Horeb (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Meal discounts

Job summary

Buck & Honey's Monona is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure efficiency, cleanliness, and exceptional food execution while coordinating with chefs and the kitchen team.

You will manage expo operations, inventory, ordering, and support for events, help train staff, and uphold health/sanitation standards in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant kitchen experience required.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily expo operations to ensure timely, high-quality food service.
• Coordinate front-of-house and back-of-house communications during service.
• Assist chefs during busy shifts and peak periods.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and sanitation.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering.
• Help receive and organize deliveries.
• Support prep for large events and catering orders.
• Provide hands-on leadership and train kitchen staff.
• Promote teamwork and a positive kitchen culture.
• Step into various kitchen roles as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Kitchen Manager - Buck & Honey's Monona

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency, cleanliness, organization, and exceptional food execution. This role works closely with the chefs and kitchen team to oversee expo operations, maintain sanitation standards, assist with food preparation for events and parties, manage inventory and ordering, and provide hands‑on support wherever needed in the kitchen.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, fast‑paced, and thrives in a team‑oriented environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations

Manage and oversee daily expo operations to ensure accurate, timely, and high‑quality food service (sidework, stocking, etc); Scheduling expos

Coordinate communication between front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house teams during service

Support kitchen workflow and assist chefs during busy shifts and peak periods

Ensure all food is prepared and plated according to company standards

Cleanliness & Sanitation

Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, organization, and sanitation

Ensure compliance with health department regulations and food safety standards

Monitor cleaning schedules and ensure completion of daily and weekly cleaning tasks

Assist in maintaining equipment cleanliness and kitchen organization

Inventory & Ordering

Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to leadership

Help receive and organize deliveries

Minimize waste through proper storage, rotation, and inventory practices

Event & Party Preparation

Assist with preparation and coordination of party and catering food orders

Ensure banquet and event food is prepared accurately and on schedule

Work alongside chefs to support prep execution for large events and busy weekends

Team Support & Leadership Provide hands‑on leadership and support to kitchen staff

Help train and reinforce kitchen procedures and expectations

Promote teamwork, urgency, and a positive kitchen culture

Step into various kitchen roles as needed to support operations

Qualifications

Previous restaurant kitchen experience required

Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Traits

Strong sense of urgency

Team-oriented attitude

Reliable and dependable

Detail‑oriented and organized

Ability to multitask under pressure

Positive leadership approach

Spanish speaking a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay - $65k

Health benefits - Heath, Dental, Vision - Corbin can review if interested

Paid time off - 12 days PTO

Fringe Benefits

Meal discounts

Growth opportunities within the company