Kitchen Manager
$74k - $82kCattlemens
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
**$74,000-$82,000/year depending on experience and location
Bonus Opportunities Available!**
Kitchen Manager – Cattlemens Restaurants
Be Part of a Family-Owned Steakhouse Tradition for Over 55 Years!
At Cattlemens, we believe in more than just serving the Best Steaks in the West—we believe in creating a workplace where you matter, your family matters, and your future matters. We are one of the only family-owned and operated steakhouses in the West, proudly serving hand-cut, Harris Ranch Beef for over five decades. Join a team that values hospitality, teamwork, and work-life balance.
At Cattlemens, our kitchen is the heartbeat of our restaurant — where precision, pride, and Western Hospitality come together. As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll lead a talented back-of-house team dedicated to delivering perfectly cooked meals, operational excellence, and total guest satisfaction.
Summary of the Role
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for leading all kitchen operations in partnership with the General Manager to ensure high-quality food, efficient systems, and profitability. This role combines strong culinary expertise, leadership ability, and business acumen to maintain Cattlemens’ standards of excellence in every dish we serve.
What You’ll Do
- Lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team to uphold quality, safety, and efficiency standards.
- Work directly with the General Manager to ensure a well-organized, profitable kitchen operation.
- Oversee food preparation, recipe adherence, portion control, and plate presentation to maintain Cattlemens’ reputation for excellence.
- Manage purchasing, receiving, and inventory for all food products and kitchen supplies.
- Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, and storage facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Implement and oversee preventative maintenance procedures to reduce operating costs.
- Partner with managers to support banquets, special events, and high-volume service with consistency and precision.
- Maintain tight control of food cost, labor, and waste, ensuring alignment with company standards.
- Act as a hands-on chef when necessary, leading by example in culinary execution and teamwork.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Chef in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
- Strong culinary skills and a deep understanding of food quality, safety, and consistency.
- Excellent organizational and management abilities — including scheduling, training, and team development.
- Expertise in inventory control, purchasing, and cost management.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the front-of-house leadership team.
- A positive, task-oriented attitude and commitment to upholding Cattlemens’ Western Hospitality culture.
Why Join Cattlemens
- At Cattlemens, we’re known for industry-low turnover and being a truly great place to work. As an Assistant Manager, you’ll play a key role in carrying forward our tradition of Western hospitality, quality, and leadership.
- Legacy of Excellence: Over 55 years of serving great steaks and unforgettable experiences.
- Growth from Within: Most of our managers are promoted internally—you’ll mentor the next generation of leaders.
- Real Impact: Every decision you make influences team success, guest satisfaction, and the future of our brand.
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Perks & Benefits
- Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement for college courses, ESL, or professional certifications.
- Leadership Development Programs at all levels to help you grow.
- ServSafe Certification provided to all managers and leaders.
Lifestyle & Perks
- 50% team member dining discount + one manager meal per shift.
- Access to our Cattlemens Vacation House in Sunriver, Oregon.
- Fun, supportive, fast-paced work environment.
Health & Financial
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability coverage.
- Paid Vacation (based on years of service).
- 401K Retirement Plan (available to hourly & management).
- Cattlemens Cares Fund – financial assistance available to team members in need.
Your Daily Impact
- Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a motivated team.
- Lead food safety and cleanliness initiatives.
- Manage labor, food, and operational costs with precision.
- Ensure every steak is perfectly cooked, every guest leaves smiling.
- Create an environment where team members grow—and have fun doing it.
Join the Cattlemens family and help us continue a tradition of great steaks, great hospitality, and great careers.
Apply today to be part of the team that keeps us the Best Steak in the West!
Have questions about being a manager or think you might not have the skills? Email us and talk to us, we know what it's like to read an ad and wonder. Tommy Good- View email address on ziprecruiter.com
Requirements:Qualifications:
Two years prep and broiler cook experience.
Fuls Service Food Service management experience.
ServSafe certification required.
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