Tex-Mex Kitchen Manager

Nbutexas; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $75k–$80k

Bonus potential

Relocation package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Structured onboarding

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead a high-volume, upscale casual kitchen where quality and people development matter. You will lead from the line, coach BOH staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in kitchen management, background in upscale casual or steakhouse concepts, strong food safety knowledge, and cost/labor control experience. Relocation is offered and a robust onboarding will support your success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of kitchen management 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 controls.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

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 for smooth execution.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and adherence to health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

People development

Food safety

Inventory controls

Cost control

Staff coaching

Scheduling systems

Tools

Kitchen management tools

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:

• $75,000–$80,000 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 pressureExperience with scheduling systems and kitchen management tools