Job Overview – Kitchen Manager

You’ll oversee staff, inventory, production flow, and overall kitchen excellence while fostering a positive, high-energy team culture. If you’re passionate about great food, hospitality.

Responsibilities
Lead and supervise kitchen staff: hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations to build a robust opening team.
Oversee all food prep and cooking to ensure consistent quality, flavor, portioning, and presentation aligned with Mega Chicken standards.
Manage inventory: monitor stock levels, place orders, track usage, and reduce waste to maintain efficient food costs.
Ensure full compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness requirements across all kitchen areas.
Coordinate day-to-day kitchen operations including shift scheduling, prep lists, production timing, and service flow.
Implement training programs for food handling, safety procedures, equipment use, and Mega Chicken cooking techniques.
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Identify issues and implement improvements.
Support management with budgeting, cost control, ordering systems, and menu development.




Build a positive work environment that supports teamwork, accountability, and long-term staff growth.

Skills & Qualifications
Strong experience in food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen management
Proven abilities in inventory control, food safety compliance, and managing effective production systems.
Leadership experience: supervising staff, running shifts, training teams, and maintaining a productive kitchen culture.
Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to problem-solve calmly during high-volume periods.
Experience in casual dining, fine dining, or catering is an asset.
Ability to manage budgets, track food costs, and implement best practices for kitchen efficiency.
Solid communication skills for interviewing, coaching, and developing kitchen team members.
Solid understanding of hospitality and food safety principles, with a commitment to delivering a great guest experience every time.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $41,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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