Kitchen Manager (Growth Path Position)
Come be the next Rock Star Leader at Steve's Hot Dogs... This is a performance-based growth path. We hire for potential and train for excellence. You will start as an hourly team member to learn our DNA from the ground up, with a clear, accelerated roadmap to transition into a Shift Manager role based on your mastery of our stations and culture
At Steve’s, we believe you can’t lead a team until you’ve walked in their shoes.
- Phase 1: The Foundation. You’ll start as a regular staff member, learning every station (Kitchen, FOH, Bar).
- Phase 2: Accelerated Training. While you work the floor, you’ll receive 1-on-1 mentorship and "fast-track" operational training.
- Phase 3: The Promotion. Once you have demonstrated mastery of all stations, proven your reliability, and shown you can motivate the team, you will be officially promoted to Shift Manager.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including cooks, servers, and support personnel, to deliver outstanding food service experiences.
- Oversee food preparation, presentation, and quality control to ensure adherence to company standards and customer expectations.
- Manage inventory control and food safety procedures, including ordering supplies, monitoring stock levels, and maintaining proper storage practices.
- Coordinate menu planning and execution for various dining formats such as fine dining, catering events, and banquet services.
- Supervise shift operations, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient staffing coverage during peak hours.
- Implement training programs focused on culinary skills, food handling safety, and customer service excellence.
- Maintain compliance with health regulations and safety protocols to uphold a safe working environment for all team members.
Pay & Benefits
We invest in our leaders from Day 1. You will begin at a competitive hourly rate while in your training phase, with an automatic pay increase and expanded benefits upon your formal promotion to Shift Manager.
- Starting Pay: Up to $20/hour (Includes base + tips) plus 1 week PTO
- Post-Promotion: Increased base salary/hourly + PTO eligibility.
- Full Benefits Package: Health, Vision, and Dental (Available after 90 days of full-time hours once promoted to kitchen Manager)
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person