Job Description
Job Description
Kitchen Manager
Location: Southwest Florida
Compensation: $60,000 – $65,000 + Benefits
About the Opportunity
This is not your typical back-of-house leadership role. We’re looking for a Kitchen Manager who thrives on organized chaos, finds joy in building structure out of momentum, and leads by rolling up their sleeves. The right person will join a team that already runs fast and cares deeply—and elevate it with calm, efficiency, and consistency.
This role is about more than keeping the wheels turning. It’s about creating a kitchen where people love to work, where standards don’t slip when the heat is on, and where the team feels supported to deliver exceptional food every night.
What You’ll Do
- Own the daily rhythm of the kitchen, from prep to close.
- Keep the back-of-house humming by balancing food quality, speed, and consistency.
- Manage inventory, orders, and vendor relationships to ensure the kitchen never misses a beat.
- Build schedules that align labor with demand while protecting profitability.
- Step into service and lead by example during peak hours—expo, line, or wherever you’re needed.
- Train, mentor, and hold the team accountable to high standards without micromanaging.
- Partner closely with a skilled sous chef and FOH leadership to keep the operation seamless.
- Anticipate and eliminate bottlenecks before they become fires.
What We’re Looking For
- A calm, steady leader who inspires trust and respect.
- Hands-on experience running a high-volume, full-service kitchen (ideally in the $3–4M range).
- A track record of controlling food and labor costs in unpredictable conditions.
- Strong grasp of kitchen math, scheduling, and vendor negotiations.
- Ability to work evenings (dinner service) and mornings as needed for deliveries and prep.
- Knowledge of authentic cuisine and classic cooking methods is a plus.
- Someone who thrives on collaboration, not command-and-control.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Impact: Your leadership will allow ownership to step back into strategic growth while you run the engine room.
- Benefits: $60K–$65K base salary, 65% of premium covered on a Florida Blue health plan, unlimited annual toll reimbursement, and two weeks PTO.
- Growth: Join a concept that’s poised for its strongest season yet—and be the operational backbone that makes it possible.
If you’re a Kitchen Manager who loves the challenge of turning high volume into smooth operations, this is your chance to take the lead where it matters most.
Company DescriptionTake the next step in your hospitality career!
We are industry experts who have worked in restaurants, hotels, and resorts and know what it takes to succeed. We have been where you are —looking for that next great opportunity — and will help you find the ideal position for your skills, experience, and long-term goals.
Company Description
Take the next step in your hospitality career!\r\n\r\nWe are industry experts who have worked in restaurants, hotels, and resorts and know what it takes to succeed. We have been where you are —looking for that next great opportunity — and will help you find the ideal position for your skills, experience, and long-term goals.