About this role
Kitchen Manager – Upscale Café
A growing, upscale café concept is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations and a talented culinary team. This seasonally driven café focuses on fresh, nourishing food made in-house with thoughtfully sourced ingredients, offering an exceptional experience for guests and employees alike. This role presents a great opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader passionate about developing people and maintaining high standards in a dynamic environment.
Kitchen Manager Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive base salary of $55,000–$65,000
- Paid time off to support work-life balance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Optional accident, disability, and whole-life insurance
- Employer-matched retirement plan
- Parental leave savings match program
- Supportive, people-focused work environment
- Chance to grow with an expanding hospitality organization
Kitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum of 3+ years professional line cook or culinary experience
- Previous kitchen management or leadership experience required
- Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and knife skills
- Comfortable working hands-on in a high-volume kitchen
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Effective communication and team leadership skills
- Familiarity with food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures
- Flexible availability including early mornings, afternoons, and weekends
- Physical ability to stand, move throughout shifts, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs as needed
Kitchen Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead daily back-of-house operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and efficiency
- Work alongside line and prep cooks during busy service periods
- Coach, train, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive and accountable culture
- Oversee scheduling, staffing, and labor management for the kitchen team
- Manage food ordering, inventory, prep levels, and product organization
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and presentation
- Collaborate closely with restaurant leadership for smooth front and back-of-house operations
If you take pride in attention to detail, enjoy leading by example, and are committed to great food and team development, this is an ideal leadership opportunity in a quality-driven hospitality setting.