Kitchen Manager
Location: Bon Temps Grill – Lafayette, LAEmployment Type: Full-Time | Salary + Bonus
About Bon Temps Grill is Lafayette's premier dining destination, offering elevated cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and live music in a vibrant, welcoming, Cajun atmosphere. We pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences for every guest, every time.
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Kitchen Manager to lead our team and oversee the daily operations of Bon Temps Grill. This position requires a results-driven leader who is passionate about hospitality, excels in team building, and has a proven track record in managing upscale restaurant and bar operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all back-of-house operations, ensuring excellence in guest service and product quality.
- Recruit, train, and develop staff to deliver exceptional hospitality.
- Oversee scheduling, inventory management, and cost controls to meet financial goals.
- Collaborate with ownership and the culinary team on menu development, promotions, and events.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and liquor laws/regulations.
- Maintain high standards for cleanliness, ambiance, and guest satisfaction.
- Monitor performance metrics, analyze reports, and implement operational improvements.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of progressive management experience in a full-service restaurant/bar, at least 2 as a KM or Higher in an Full-service restaurant preferred.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and hold a team accountable.
- Solid understanding of financial management, P&L statements, budgeting, and inventory systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for hospitality and guest service.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.
- Wine and spirits knowledge
Complete our short application today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Bon Temps Grill is a Lafayette, Louisiana staple serving up great food and good times! Our menu features Cajun favorites plus fresh daily seafood dishes, craft cocktails and more!
Brothers Steven and Patrick O'Bryan grew up together in Louisiana. They always had a love for food, especially authentic Cajun cuisine! They enjoy spending time with family and friends as well, which led them to open up their first restaurant, Bon Temps!Bon Temps Grill has allowed Steven and Patrick to combine all of their favorite things: delicious food and great times with friends and family! Bon Temps Grill is known as the neighborhood grill where friends and family can go for a good time!
We welcome you to become a part of our family and let the good times roll!