Kitchen Manager

Kitchen ManagerLead the Kitchen. Develop the Team. Deliver Great Pizza.At Via 313 Pizzeria, we believe great pizza starts with great people.We're looking for a Kitchen Manager who leads by example, builds strong teams, and takes pride in delivering an exceptional guest experience through food quality, consistency, and operational excellence. As Kitchen Manager, you'll own every aspect of Back of House operations—from developing your team and coaching future leaders to managing food cost, inventory, quality, and execution. You'll have a direct impact on the restaurant's success every single day.This isn't just about running a kitchen—it's about developing people, driving results, and creating an environment where your team can succeed.If you're passionate about leadership, food quality, and building something special, we'd love to meet you.Salary: $60,000-$65,000 annually Bonus Potential: Up to $13,000 annually (Up to $6,500 - $500 per period)What You'll Do Lead Your TeamCoach, develop, and inspire Back of House team members.Create a positive, accountable, and high-performing kitchen culture.Lead pre-shift meetings and ongoing coaching conversations.Support Certified Trainers and ensure new team members are set up for success.Own Kitchen OperationsSchedule cooks and dough production to meet business demands.Maintain proper staffing levels and labor targets.Monitor inventory, ordering, and product receiving.Ensure the kitchen is organized, clean, and operating efficiently every day.Deliver ConsistencyEnsure every pizza is prepared according to Via 313 recipes and standards.Monitor ticket flow, food quality, and speed of service.Drive recipe compliance and consistency across every shift.Minimize waste while maintaining exceptional food quality.Protect Food SafetyLead all food safety and sanitation efforts.Monitor temperature logs and food holding procedures.Ensure compliance with health department standards and company policies.Maintain a safe and clean work environment.Drive ResultsManage food cost and inventory performance.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and kitchen execution.Partner with the General Manager to achieve restaurant goals.Support restaurant success through strong planning, communication, and accountability.What We're Looking For3+ years of full-service kitchen leadership experienceStrong knowledge of food safety and health regulationsProven ability to lead, coach, and develop teamsExcellent organizational and time management skillsStrong communication and conflict resolution abilitiesAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented with a passion for consistency and executionFood Manager Certification (or ability to obtain)Reliable attendance and flexible availabilityWhy You'll Love Working HereCompetitive salary plus bonus opportunitiesMedical, Dental & Vision InsurancePaid Time OffCareer growth with a company that promotes from withinLeadership development and ongoing trainingSupportive leadership teamFree manager mealsEmployee discountsA culture built on teamwork, accountability, and having funAbout Via 313What started with two brothers from Detroit has grown into one of the most recognized Detroit-style pizza brands in the country.At Via 313, we're committed to delivering incredible food while creating an environment where our people can learn, grow, and build meaningful careers. We believe our culture is just as important as our pizza, and we're looking for leaders who share that passion.Every Guest. Every Pizza. Every Experience.