Kitchen Manager
Mary Mac’s Tea Room | Atlanta, GA
Join the Management Team at an Atlanta Institution
Mary Mac’s Tea Room has been serving Southern hospitality for generations, and we’re looking for experienced restaurant leaders who are passionate about people, hospitality, and delivering great results.
We’re seeking a Senior Front of House Manager and a Kitchen Manager to help lead our high-volume restaurant operation. These are hands-on leadership roles responsible for creating exceptional guest experiences, developing team members, managing daily operations, and driving strong financial performance.
If you’re energized by leading teams, building culture, and making a real impact on the business, we’d love to meet you.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of restaurant management experience in a full-service or casual dining environment
- A proven track record of leading high-performing teams
- Experience managing restaurant financials, including labor, costs, and profitability
- Strong coaching and people-development skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Comfortable using restaurant technology, reporting tools, and scheduling systems
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ServSafe certification preferred
As Kitchen Manager, you’ll lead the heart of the restaurant—ensuring quality, consistency, efficiency, and food safety in every shift.
What You’ll Do Each Day
- Lead all back-of-house operations and kitchen teams
- Ensure food quality, presentation, and recipe standards are maintained
- Coach and develop cooks, prep staff, dishwashers, and kitchen leads
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
- Manage labor and staffing levels
- Monitor production, ticket times, and kitchen efficiency
- Reduce waste and control food costs
- Address equipment or operational issues as they arise
- Foster a positive and accountable team culture
What You’ll Do Each Week
- Complete inventory and ordering processes
- Review food cost and labor performance
- Support recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding efforts
- Maintain compliance and food safety documentation
- Partner with FOH leadership to improve overall restaurant performance
- Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and profitability
Why Mary Mac’s?
Mary Mac’s Tea Room is more than a restaurant—it’s an Atlanta tradition. Joining our team means becoming part of a legacy built on Southern hospitality, great food, and genuine connections with guests and team members alike.
If you’re ready to lead, develop people, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Pay: $50,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your base salary requirement (before bonus)?
Experience:
- Kitchen Management : 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Atlanta, GA 30308 (Required)
Work Location: In person
