Tex-Mex Kitchen Manager

Nbutexas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Nbutexas in Austin, TX, is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume, upscale casual restaurant known for exceptional food, strong systems, and a great team culture.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes line leadership, menu execution, cost management, and staff development while delivering an outstanding guest experience. A relocation package, health coverage, and growth opportunities come with the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of kitchen management experience.
• Experience in upscale casual dining or steakhouse concepts.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop BOH teams.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards.
• Experience managing food costs, labor, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a hands-on, shoulder-to-shoulder leadership style.
• Ensure consistent execution of menu items and uphold quality standards during peak service.
• Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships to maintain cost targets.
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen staff while maintaining accountability and morale.
• Monitor prep, line readiness, and service flow to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Line leadership

Food safety

Inventory control

Cost control

Vendor relationships

Scheduling systems

High-volume

Tools

Kitchen management software

Scheduling systems

Job description

Ready to lead a kitchen where quality matters, your leadership is valued, and your team can thrive? We're looking for a passionate, hands-on Kitchen Manager to take the helm in a high-volume, upscale casual restaurant known for exceptional food, strong systems, and an outstanding team culture.

If you enjoy leading from the line—not from behind a desk—and take pride in developing people while delivering an exceptional guest experience, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

Kitchen Manager Benefits and Compensation:

• $65,000–$70,000 base salary
• Strong bonus potential based on performance
• Relocation package available
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Growth opportunities within a well-established concept
• Supportive leadership team and structured onboarding

Kitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of kitchen management experience
• Background in upscale casual dining or steakhouse concepts
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop BOH teams
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards
• Experience managing food costs, labor, and inventory controls
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Must Haves

• Lead daily kitchen operations with a hands-on, shoulder-to-shoulder leadership style
• Ensure consistent execution of menu items and uphold quality standards during peak service
• Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships to maintain cost targets
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen staff while maintaining accountability and morale
• Monitor prep, line readiness, and service flow to ensure smooth execution
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety standards

Kitchen Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience in high-volume, scratch kitchens
• Strong tenure showing growth within reputable brands
• Exposure to steakhouse or elevated grill concepts
• Passion for team development and creating a positive kitchen culture
• Ability to adapt quickly and remain calm under pressure
• Experience with scheduling systems and kitchen management tools