Executive Kitchen Manager – Upscale Dining

Executive Kitchen Manager – Upscale Dining

Birmingham, Michigan | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $100,000 to $130,000 | Job ID: 181535

Job Summary

Executive Kitchen Manager – Upscale Dining

Birmingham, MI | $100K–$130K + Bonus + Benefits + 401(k)

Run the kitchen like it’s yours.

We’re looking for a high-energy Executive Kitchen Manager to take ownership of back-of-house operations for an established upscale dining concept. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a busy kitchen, understands the importance of systems and consistency, and knows how to build a team that executes at a high level every shift.

This isn’t a position for someone who wants to manage from the office. We need a culinary leader who is visible during service, develops people, holds standards, and jumps in when the kitchen needs them.

Compensation & Benefits

• $100,000–$130,000 annual salary
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• 6 paid holidays
• Gym reimbursement
• Established upscale concept in a high-profile location

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of day-to-day back-of-house operations

• Lead from the floor and line during high-volume service

• Maintain strong standards for food quality, consistency, presentation, and speed

• Train, coach, develop, and hold kitchen teams accountable

• Manage scheduling and labor while maintaining appropriate staffing levels

• Control food costs through ordering, inventory, waste management, and recipe execution

• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health department standards

• Partner closely with front-of-house leadership to deliver smooth, consistent service

• Execute menu rollouts, specials, recipes, and operational changes with precision

• Build a positive kitchen culture centered on urgency, teamwork, accountability, and pride in execution

• What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as Kitchen Manager or Executive Kitchen Manager in an upscale casual or fine-dining environment

• Branded or corporate restaurant experience strongly preferred

• Experience leading a high-volume kitchen operation

• Strong understanding of labor management, food cost, inventory, ordering, and kitchen financials

• Hands-on leadership style with the willingness to work alongside the team

• Strong training, coaching, and team-development skills

• Excellent food safety and sanitation knowledge

• ServSafe certification

• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

• If you’re the kind of Chef who notices what needs to happen and handles it before someone has to ask, this is the kitchen for you.

• Bring the energy. Own the operation. Build the team. Apply today.

• Job ID: 181535

• Tina Churchill-Spencer