Kitchen Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Kitchen Manager

Misfits Bar & Grill – Lincoln, Nebraska

Salary

Starting at $50,000 per year

• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities
• 2 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Meals & Discounts

About Misfits

Misfits Bar & Grill is a fast-paced neighborhood bar and restaurant known for great food, strong drinks, late-night service, and a fun atmosphere. We are looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager who can lead by example, build a strong team, maintain food quality, and help grow our kitchen operations.

This is not a sit-in-the-office management position. We are looking for someone who is willing to jump on the line, train staff, solve problems, and take ownership of the kitchen’s success.

Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day kitchen operations
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop kitchen staff
• Create and manage employee schedules
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance
• Manage inventory and place food orders
• Control food costs and reduce waste
• Monitor labor costs and staffing levels
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Assist with menu development and special offerings
• Address equipment and maintenance needs
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management experience preferred
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of $50,000 annually
• Quarterly performance bonus opportunities
• 80 hours (2 weeks) of Paid Time Off annually
• Employee meal discounts
• Opportunity for advancement within a growing company

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent food quality
• Controlled food and labor costs
• Clean and organized kitchen
• Positive staff culture and low turnover
• Excellent guest experiences

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take ownership of a kitchen, lead a team, and help build one of Lincoln’s most unique neighborhood bars, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply in person at Misfits Bar & Grill or submit your resume today.

“Great kitchens aren’t built by managers who watch. They’re built by leaders who work alongside their team.”

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