Top 200 Prep manager Jobs in Atlanta, Ga

Kitchen Manager
Chicheria MX Kitchen —Atlanta, GA
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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House Manager with Meal Prep Focus
Sage Haus —Marietta, GA
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Background check
- Research
- Mid-level
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Dishwasher
Marlow's Tavern —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Basic math
- English
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Prep Cook - Carter Presidential Center
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Atlanta, GA
- From $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Organizational skills
- Reliable transportation
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Prep Cook - Georgia Tech
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Atlanta, GA
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Prep Cook
Margaritaville Atlanta —Atlanta, GA
- $17 an hour
- Basic math
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Food & Nutrition Associate, Lead
Emory Healthcare —Atlanta, GA
- $19.85 - $24.19 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Cafe Shift Leader
E + Rose —Atlanta, GA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Retail management
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook/Event Chef - Zoo Atlanta
PROOF OF THE PUDDING —Atlanta, GA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
Prep Cook
Postino WineCafe —Atlanta, GA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 1 year
- Business
- Associate's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Manager
Five Guys —Atlanta, GA
- $15.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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Assistant General Manager - Restaurant
Gallas Pizza & Tavern —Chamblee, GA
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook
JACKMONT HOSPITALITY INC —Atlanta, GA
- Casual dining restaurant
- Conflict management
- Communication skills
Prep Cook
Soul Foodies —Decatur, GA
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
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Kitchen Manager
Talkin' Tacos —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Budgeting
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Mary Mac's Tea Room —Atlanta, GA
- $50,000 - $58,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Inventory control
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Assistant Manager
Five Guys Burgers & Fries —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Manager
FOX BROTHERS BBQ —Atlanta, GA
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Shift Manager
Gusto —Atlanta, GA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
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Prep Manager (evenings)
Chick-fil-A —Marietta, GA
- $18.50 - $20.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Kitchen Manager

Chicheria MX Kitchen
Atlanta, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Paid time off
Employee discount

Qualifications

Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Kitchen health and safety standards
Teamwork
Food service health code compliance
ServSafe
Team leadership
Operational management
Safety regulations
Food hygiene
Coaching
Leadership development
Team development
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Financial records management
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Managing hospitality operations budgets
Food safety
Restaurant supply ordering
Kitchen organization
Staff development
Communication with kitchen staff
Hospitality management
Team building

Full Job Description

About Chichería Mexican Kitchen

Chichería Mexican Kitchen is a Baja-inspired Mexican restaurant located at The Works on Atlanta’s Upper Westside. Our food is rooted in fresh coastal Mexican flavors, handmade tortillas, thoughtful technique, high-quality ingredients, and a warm, energetic guest experience.

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager who is ready to lead. This is a key leadership position for someone who takes pride in food quality, kitchen organization, team development, financial accountability, cleanliness, consistency, and building a strong BOH culture.

This role is ideal for a mature, trusted, hands-on culinary leader who wants to help run and grow one of Atlanta’s most exciting Mexican restaurants.

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager leads the back-of-house operations at Chichería and is responsible for upholding the restaurant’s culinary vision, ensuring food quality and consistency, managing the kitchen team, and partnering with the General Manager and ownership team to achieve operational and financial goals.

The Kitchen Manager is expected to be the most mature and trusted leader in the BOH. This person sets the tone for the entire kitchen and must lead by example with professionalism, integrity, organization, urgency, and enthusiasm. The uploaded job description emphasizes that the Kitchen Manager is responsible for culinary execution, BOH culture, food cost, labor management, staff development, sanitation, menu development, and guest satisfaction.

Key ResponsibilitiesBOH Leadership and Culture

Lead the BOH team with integrity, professionalism, accountability, and enthusiasm
Act as a role model for the kitchen team in attitude, work ethic, communication, cleanliness, and standards
Build and maintain a positive BOH culture based on teamwork, respect, accountability, and inclusivity
Coach, train, and develop Sous Chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, and dish team members
Mentor high-potential team members for future leadership roles
Address performance issues through coaching, structured plans, and corrective action when needed
Conduct regular BOH meetings to communicate goals, review performance, and provide feedback
Work closely with the General Manager and FOH managers to create seamless service and communication

Food Quality and Culinary Execution

Oversee food preparation, recipe adherence, portioning, and plate presentation
Ensure Chichería’s food is consistently fresh, flavorful, properly executed, and aligned with the restaurant’s culinary vision
Maintain high standards for quality, consistency, timing, and presentation during every service
Ensure the kitchen is fully prepped and ready before each shift
Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to align the BOH team on goals, specials, prep, counts, and service flow
Communicate specials, 86’d items, seasonal ingredients, counts, and important updates to FOH and management
Taste food regularly and coach the team on seasoning, technique, timing, and presentation
Maintain strong execution across dinner, lunch, brunch, private dining, catering, and events

Financial and Administrative Accountability

Maintain food cost within budget through inventory control, waste management, portioning, and smart purchasing
Manage inventory systems and ensure accurate tracking through Restaurant365
Follow weekly purchasing budgets and BOH labor budgets
Analyze food cost, labor cost, and profitability metrics with the GM and ownership team
Work with vendors and perform periodic price comparisons to ensure competitive pricing
Source high-quality, cost-effective ingredients
Upload required documentation to Restaurant365 and communicate with the accounting team as needed
Collaborate with the GM and ownership on BOH budget planning and performance tracking
Help protect the profitability and long-term health of the restaurant

Sanitation, Safety, and Organization

Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
Maintain a clean, organized, sanitized, and inspection-ready kitchen at all times
Ensure BOH team members follow proper food safety, labeling, dating, storage, cooling, hygiene, and uniform standards
Maintain food safety documentation, training records, and required certifications
Keep BOH areas, equipment, walk-ins, dry storage, and workspaces clean, organized, and fully operational
Coordinate equipment repairs and preventive maintenance schedules
Maintain a valid ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification

Events, Catering, and Guest Experience

Plan and execute Banquet Event Orders, catering orders, private dining menus, and special events
Work with FOH, event coordinators, and catering platforms to ensure strong guest experiences and positive reviews
Adapt kitchen operations for large parties, private events, and off-premise catering needs
Support Guest for Life initiatives by ensuring food quality and consistency that drive guest loyalty
Engage with guests when appropriate by visiting tables, introducing specials or signature dishes, and gathering feedback
Address guest concerns related to food quality quickly, professionally, and with ownership

Performance Expectations

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for helping the restaurant achieve strong results in the following areas:

Food cost control
BOH labor management
Food quality and consistency
Kitchen cleanliness and sanitation
BOH team retention and development
Staff food knowledge and menu rollout execution
Secret shopper performance
Guest feedback related to food quality
Google and OpenTable food ratings
Consistent execution with minimal waste

What We Are Looking For

The right candidate will be:

Passionate about food, hospitality, and leadership
Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented
Hands-on and willing to work beside the team
A strong communicator and good listener
Calm, steady, and professional under pressure
Able to hold people accountable while maintaining respect and trust
Self-accountable, trustworthy, and consistent
Open to feedback and committed to personal growth
Creative, curious, and interested in improving systems
Comfortable managing both people and numbers
A team player who wants to be part of a growing company
Humble, hardworking, and driven to succeed

Requirements

Prior experience as a Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef, or strong culinary leader
Experience leading a high-volume restaurant kitchen
Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Valid ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, or ability to obtain one quickly
Experience with prep systems, inventory, ordering, waste control, and food cost management
Strong understanding of kitchen operations, service flow, and station execution
Ability to train, coach, and develop BOH team members
Ability to manage labor, purchasing, and operational paperwork
Strong communication skills with BOH, FOH, GM, ownership, vendors, and accounting
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Night, weekend, and holiday availability required
Spanish language skills are a plus but not required
Experience with Restaurant365 is a plus

Who This Role Is Great For

This is a great role for someone who wants real ownership of a kitchen.

You may be a Kitchen Manager looking for a stronger company culture. You may be an Executive Sous Chef ready for the next step. You may be a talented Sous Chef who has proven you can lead people, manage systems, control costs, and execute consistently.

The ideal candidate wants to be involved in more than just cooking. We want someone who cares about people, training, financial results, cleanliness, menu development, guest feedback, and building a kitchen that gets better every week.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Paid training

Language:

Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person

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