Upscale Kitchen Manager — Lead, Create & Elevate Fine Dining

Nbutexas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a driven Kitchen Manager to lead an upscale dining kitchen and elevate guest experiences. The role emphasizes energy, innovation, and excellence within a non-corporate ownership group that values creativity and growth.

You will oversee daily BOH operations, ensure food quality, manage inventory and vendors, and foster team development with seasoned Executive Chefs. This is a hands-on leadership position in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.

Qualifications

• Up-scale or fine dining kitchen leadership experience required.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong culinary credibility.
• Ability to communicate with Executive Chefs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily BOH operations in a high-energy scratch kitchen environment.
• Support food quality, prep execution, line operations, and team development.
• Manage ordering, vendors, inventory, and operational flow.
• Coach and develop kitchen teams while maintaining high standards.
• Collaborate with ownership and Executive Chefs on events and execution.
• Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

High-energy

Operational execution

Vendor relations

Seafood experience

Job description

Nbutexas is seeking a driven Kitchen Manager to lead an upscale dining kitchen and elevate guest experiences. The role emphasizes energy, innovation, and excellence within a non-corporate ownership group that values creativity and growth.

You will oversee daily BOH operations, ensure food quality, manage inventory and vendors, and foster team development with seasoned Executive Chefs. This is a hands-on leadership position in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.