Kitchen assistant Jobs in Detroit, MI

Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG), founded by celebrated restaurateur Danny Meyer, is bringing its award-winning approach to hospitality and people-first culture to Downtown Detroit in early 2026.

Guided by Enlightened Hospitality, USHG’s philosophy puts employees first, creating an environment where talent thrives, guests feel cared for, and excellence is a daily standard.

Located at Hudson’s Detroit on Woodward Avenue, our team will be at the heart of the city’s Central Business District, surrounded by world-class dining, shopping, public spaces, art, and culture - all steps away from major sports venues and the Detroit Riverfront.

This is a chance to be part of something truly special : a dynamic destination that combines city culture, community, and experiences. Join us as we bring USHG’s signature hospitality to Detroit, and help shape the future of the city’s vibrant dining scene.

Who you are :

The Kitchen Manager maintains the highest quality and standards in the daily operations of kitchen. They ensure all pars are met in the prep kitchen and oversee execution of the menus throughout service. This position also has an active role in the management and development of Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and all hourly team members. The Kitchen Manager will be in charge of holding the BOH team accountable to consistent feedback and career development through their performance objectives.

What you’ll do :

• Consistently deliver a culture of Enlightened Hospitality to guests and team members
• Ensure high performance and maintain excellence & hospitality throughout each day’s specific service periods.
• Ensure consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team and effectively expediting service.
• Educate dining room service staff on all aspects of food menu & culinary procedures through tastings and staff presentation
• Maintain positive working relationship with dining room leaders and line staff at all times
• Ensure that all recipes, product, food preparations and food execution meet restaurant's specifications and commitment to culinary excellence. To the highest degree possible, ensure that kitchen & physical plant is kept clean, safe and up to all “A” level health code standards.
• Ensure all team members are appropriately trained to execute station properly, to make sure that all new hires are adequately trained before beginning their new role

What we need from you :

What you’ll get from us :

At Union Square Hospitality Group, extending Enlightened Hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll enjoy :

Putting Enlightened Hospitality into Practice

Integral to our culture are our six behaviors. Our behaviors guide how we work together.

The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive. This role may be required to take on other duties or projects as necessary to support organizational goals, in alignment with their skills, experience, and the evolving needs of the business.

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