Kitchen Manager
Dreamers and Doers
San Antonio, TX
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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Culinary Operations, Food Safety, Inventory Costs, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Menu Development, Operations, Order Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Regulations, Sanitation, Startup, Systems Maintenance, Team Building, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
San Antonio, TX
POSTED
13 days ago
Are you a culinary leader ready to make your mark? This Kitchen Manager role is more than management it's an opportunity to build systems, develop a talented team, and leave your fingerprint on a growing concept. If you are coachable, ambitious, and passionate about hospitality, this role offers the chance to grow alongside a brand being built with intention.
About the Role:
Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations with a focus on quality, consistency, and execution
- Build, train, and mentor a high-performing back-of-house team
- Develop and maintain prep systems, standards, and operational structure
- Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and food cost controls
- Maintain labor controls and scheduling efficiency
- Partner with ownership on menu development and culinary direction
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment
- Participate in hiring, scheduling, performance management, and team development
- Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience managing or leading a professional kitchen
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and best practices
- Demonstrated ability to manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- High energy with a growth mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment
- Culinary degree preferred but not required; equivalent experience considered
Why This Role Matters
You will be instrumental in establishing the culinary identity and operational foundation of this
concept. We are looking for someone who sees this not just as a job, but as an opportunity to
build something lasting and to elevate their own leadership in the process.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity for performance-based growth
- Creative input and collaboration
- Professional development and advancement potential
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, including but not
limited to:
Standing and walking for extended periods (8 12 hours per shift)
Frequently lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing as necessary
Working in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen conditions
Safely operating commercial kitchen equipment and handling sharp tools
Working evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Valid Food Handler or Food Manager Certification (or ability to obtain prior to startdate)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Background check may be conducted in accordance with applicable laws
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace
free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race,
color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender
expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other
protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications,
and business needs.
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