Kitchen Manager – Upscale Fast-Casual Restaurant
East Bay Area - ALBANY, CA
$70,000 - $85,000 + Bonus
Join this mission-driven elevated fast casual restaurant group as Kitchen Manager, overseeing daily kitchen operations, team leadership, and execution of high-quality, wholesome dishes. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and strong opportunities for career growth.
COMPANY :
- Elevated fast casual restaurant group recognized for its wholesome, globally inspired cuisine and commitment to ingredient integrity
- Dedicated to creating inclusive, health-conscious dining experiences that balance flavor, nourishment, and sustainability
BENEFITS & FEATURES :
Medical insurance paid 100%Dental and Vision insurance401k2 weeks of vacationCommuter benefitsYOUR ROLE :
As the Kitchen Manager, you will lead BOH operations, ensuring smooth production, exceptional product quality, and a positive, team-focused kitchen.
Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth execution, team efficiency, and consistent delivery of high-quality, health-conscious mealsMaintain exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation in alignment with the restaurant’s culinary visionEnsure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations to uphold a clean, organized, and safe working environmentLead, train, and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented, and accountable team cultureSupport menu innovation by incorporating seasonal and premium ingredients that align with the brand’s mission and flavor philosophyPartner with leadership to implement kitchen systems that enhance org, efficiency, and cost controlContribute to a positive guest experience by maintaining seamless coordination between back-of-house and front-of-house teamsBACKGROUND PROFILE :
2+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager for a $2.5M+ QSR / fast-casual restaurantProven leadership in high-performing kitchen, with experience in financial managementMotivated, organized, and team-focused leader with integrity and a learning mindsetSolid cooking skills and operational foundation; able to maintain high quality brand standardsApproachable, low-ego leader who inspires collaboration and a positive kitchen cultureTech savvy and proficient in Google suiteSpanish fluency requiredEOE – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER