Kitchen Manager | Experienced Restaurant Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Kitchen Manager

Atlanta Area | Full-Time$50,000 - $75,000 Based on ExperienceGreat Kitchens Don't Run Themselves. Great Leaders Do.

At MooCoo Group, we don't just operate restaurants—we build neighborhood gathering places where incredible food, genuine hospitality, and strong teams come together every day.

With multiple successful concepts throughout Metro Atlanta, we're always looking for exceptional leaders who understand that consistency isn't accidental—it is created through leadership, accountability, and attention to detail. We're currently seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager for current and upcoming opportunities throughout the Atlanta area.

This isn't the right position for someone looking to simply manage a kitchen. It's the right opportunity for someone who takes pride in running an organized operation, developing people, holding high standards, and ensuring every guest receives an exceptional meal every single time.

What You'll Lead

As Kitchen Manager, you are responsible for every aspect of Back of House operations. From food quality and labor management to inventory, sanitation, coaching, and execution, you'll create an environment where your team succeeds because expectations are clear, systems are followed, and accountability is consistent. You'll work alongside an experienced leadership team that believes great restaurants are built by developing great people.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• A proven Kitchen Manager with 5+ years of high-volume, full-service restaurant management experience
• A calm, confident leader who earns respect—not demands it
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Passionate about coaching and developing others
• Comfortable having difficult conversations and holding team members accountable
• Committed to following recipes, systems, and operating procedures without compromise
• Focused on creating a culture of consistency, cleanliness, and pride
• Financially minded with a strong understanding of:
  • Food Cost
  • Labor Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Waste Reduction
  • Purchasing
  • Profit & Loss Statements
• Someone who believes every shift should be "Health Department Ready"

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead, coach, and develop all Back of House team members.
• Hire, train, and retain top culinary talent.
• Manage daily kitchen operations with consistency, urgency, and attention to detail.
• Execute recipes, specifications, and presentation standards exactly as designed.
• Order, receive, rotate, and maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Monitor food cost, labor cost, and waste to achieve company goals.
• Complete daily line checks, taste and temperature checks, prep verification, and quality audits.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and Health Department-ready kitchen at all times.
• Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards meet or exceed local health regulations.
• Create efficient schedules while maintaining labor goals.
• Partner with the General Manager to drive operational excellence.
• Hold yourself and your team accountable to company standards every shift.

The Leader We're Looking For

You believe:

• Standards matter.
• Details matter.
• Cleanliness matters.
• Systems matter.
• People matter.
• You don't walk past problems—you solve them.
• You coach instead of complain.
• You lead by example.
• You understand that consistency is what separates great restaurants from average ones.

Why MooCoo Group?

We're proud to operate several successful, locally loved restaurant concepts throughout Metro Atlanta. Our leaders receive the support, tools, and autonomy needed to run successful kitchens while working alongside a collaborative operations team that believes leadership is about serving others. We invest in our people because we know our restaurants are only as strong as the teams that lead them.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Dining discounts
• Career growth opportunities within a growing restaurant group
• Leadership development and ongoing support
• A culture built around accountability, respect, and teamwork

This Position Is For Someone Who...

• Leads by example every shift.
• Holds themselves and others accountable.
• Thrives in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment.
• Believes consistency creates great guest experiences.
• Takes pride in running a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Understands that developing people is just as important as developing great food.

If you're an experienced Kitchen Manager who takes pride in building strong teams, maintaining high standards, and delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you.

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