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Kitchen Manager

I Hotel And Illinois Conference Center

Kitchen Manager | Houlihan's – Champaign, IL

This role is about more than running a kitchen. It's about leading a high-performing back-of-house team, executing consistently at volume, and delivering a food experience that meets Houlihan's standards every shift.

We're looking for a Kitchen Manager who can lead people, manage operations, and maintain quality without stepping away from the line.

What You'll Do
  • Lead, coach, and develop back-of-house team members, including line cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff
  • Oversee daily kitchen operations including opening/closing procedures and shift execution
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to recipes and standards
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and product usage to control food cost and minimize waste
  • Maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
  • Monitor staffing levels, scheduling, and labor performance to meet business needs
  • Support the line during peak service and ensure efficient ticket times
  • Partner with front-of-house leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience
  • Address equipment, maintenance, and operational issues proactively
  • Uphold cleanliness, organization, and safety standards across all kitchen areas
What You Bring
  • Minimum of 2–3 years of kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to hold team members accountable
  • Solid understanding of food safety standards (ServSafe preferred)
  • Experience managing inventory, ordering, and cost controls
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • High attention to detail, organization, and consistency
  • Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and peak business periods
What You Get
  • Competitive salary and bonus potential
  • Health benefits, 401(k), and paid time off for eligible employees
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization
Additional Information
  • Pay will be discussed during the hiring process and based on experience and qualifications
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical job duties
  • Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law
  • Houlihan's is an equal opportunity employer
Work Schedule
  • 8 hour shift
  • Weekend availability
  • Monday to Friday
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Referral program
  • Employee discount
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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