Kitchen Manager - Full Service Restaurant - Casual Concept

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Kitchen Manager

Location: Cranston, RI

Salary: $65,000-$75,000 annually

Culinary Leader - Casual Theme

We are a people-first organization dedicated to delivering exceptional food and outstanding guest service. We prioritize your professional growth, ensuring you love what you do today while preparing you for your future career milestones.

We are currently seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our team in Cranston, RI. In this role, you will oversee all Back of House operations. You will be responsible for purchasing, receiving, preparing, and presenting all food products efficiently while adhering to established recipes and procedures. If you have a passion for high-quality, made-from-scratch culinary operations, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee the preparation of food to ensure consistency with established recipes and quality standards.
• Enforce compliance with all company policies, maintain strict cleanliness standards, and ensure guest safety at all times.
• Monitor kitchen productivity to maintain efficient ticket times and prompt service.
• Manage the performance of Back of House staff through regular evaluations, coaching, and professional development.
• Develop key employees and hourly staff by providing constructive, daily feedback.
• Conduct formal taste and temperature checks to ensure food safety and proper inventory management.
• Oversee the safe handling, maintenance, and storage of all kitchen ingredients and equipment.
• Control food waste and manage kitchen labor costs to maximize operational profitability.
• Create weekly schedules, assign daily tasks, and direct the workflow of the kitchen staff.
• Train employees on proper equipment maintenance and cleaning protocols.
• Recruit, interview, and hire top-tier Back of House talent.
• Foster a safe, clean, and collaborative work environment aligned with our core operational goals.

Culture and Benefits

We offer a dynamic work environment with flexible scheduling, meal discounts, formal training, and clear paths for career advancement.

After 30 days of employment, eligible managers receive a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support long-term success and well-being. These benefits include:

• Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Paid vacation, bereavement, donor leave, and 100% paid maternity leave
• Adoption assistance programs
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Identity theft protection and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Business travel insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan and flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Monthly profit sharing and quarterly restricted stock units
• Community support initiatives and annual holiday bonuses

Equal Opportunity Employer



We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

Apply today to advance your culinary career and join our leadership team in Cranston, RI.