Kitchen Manager
@ Goodwin RecruitingKitchen Manager
About the job
A growing restaurant group in Charleston seeks a hands-on Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations, develop staff, maintain quality and safety, and support long-term growth in a high-volume, scratch-kitchen environment.
Requirements
- 2+ years of kitchen management experience
- Proven stability and tenure
- High-volume kitchen experience preferred
- Leadership and team development skills
- Understanding of food cost and inventory
Qualifications
- Ability to lead a busy kitchen
- Understanding of restaurant operations
- Maintain quality during high volume
- Ability to train and hold team accountable
- Attention to cleanliness and safety
Full job description
Kitchen Manager
Join a growing restaurant group in Charleston as Kitchen Manager for one of its high-volume concepts.
We're looking for a hands-on kitchen leader who takes pride in building strong teams, maintaining quality and consistency, controlling costs, and keeping the kitchen running smoothly during busy service. This is a great opportunity to join a company with a strong local following, supportive leadership, and real opportunities for advancement.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily BOH operations and ensure consistent execution
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary team members
- Maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and safety
- Manage food and labor costs while maintaining kitchen efficiency
- Oversee ordering, inventory, prep, and kitchen systems
- Lead by example during high-volume service
- Build a positive, accountable, and team-focused kitchen culture
- Work with restaurant leadership to improve operations and profitability
Requirements
- 2+ years of Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or BOH management experience
- Proven track record of stability and strong tenure
- High-volume, scratch-kitchen experience preferred
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
- Understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, and kitchen systems
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to stay calm under pressure
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Qualifications
- Proven ability to lead a busy kitchen and BOH team
- Strong understanding of restaurant operations and cost controls
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency during high-volume service
- Comfortable training, coaching, and holding team members accountable
- Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and organization
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Passion for developing people and building a successful kitchen team
Benefits & Compensation
- $70,000–$75,000 Base Salary
- Quarterly Bonus Program
- 60% Company-Paid Health Insurance
- Supportive Leadership Team
- Strong Company Culture
- Advancement Opportunities with a Growing Restaurant Group
- Established High-Volume Concept
- Opportunity to Grow with a Company that Promotes from Within
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