About this role
Kitchen Manager
Job Summary
We are searching for a driven, high-energy Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager to join an exciting upscale/fine dining culinary team that is passionate about excellence, innovation, and winning every day.
This is NOT a corporate chain environment. This ownership group thrives on creativity, culinary competitions, elevated hospitality, and constantly evolving experiences. With 30+ onsite events annually and a culture built around energy and growth, this is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to be challenged, inspired, and part of something special.
Kitchen Manager Qualifications:
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Upscale or fine dining kitchen leadership experience required
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Hands-on leadership style with strong culinary credibility
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Ability to “talk the talk” with highly skilled Executive Chefs
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Strong operational skills including ordering, inventory, vendor relations, and kitchen execution
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Seafood experience strongly preferred
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Competitive, driven mentality with a passion for hospitality and culinary excellence
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Someone who is hungry to grow — not simply going through the motions
Kitchen Manager Responsibilities:
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Leading daily BOH operations in a high-energy scratch kitchen environment
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Supporting food quality, prep execution, line operations, and team development
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Managing ordering, vendors, inventory, and operational flow
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Coaching and developing kitchen teams while maintaining high standards
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Collaborating closely with ownership and Executive Chefs on events and execution
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Helping drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
Kitchen Manager Benefits:
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Competitive Base salary
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Two days off weekly (Mondays always closed)
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401(k) with company match up to 4%
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Healthcare benefits
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PTO and flexible culture
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Bonus potential
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Opportunity to work alongside passionate culinary professionals in a highly respected concept
If you are a motivated culinary leader who loves hospitality, thrives in fast-paced upscale environments, and wants to be part of a team that truly cares about quality and culture, we’d love to connect.