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Kitchen Manager
The Den Restaurant —Houghton, MI
- $42,000 - $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Conflict management
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Chartwells HE —Houghton, MI
- $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Kitchen Manager

The Den Restaurant
Houghton, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$42,000 - $52,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Operations management
Food service health code compliance
Budget control
Staff scheduling
Employee relations
Workplace dispute resolution
Complaint handling
Performance management
Disciplinary action management
Team development
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Team management
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Plating
Kitchen staff training
Conflict management
Waste management
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Training
Equipment inventory management
Leadership
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Restaurant supply ordering
Overseeing training
Time management
Staff development

Full Job Description

Kitchen Manager – Job Description Position Overview

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, sanitation, and team performance. This role combines leadership, organization, and hands-on culinary skills to keep the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management
Supervise, schedule, and train kitchen staff.
Promote a positive, respectful work environment.
Address performance or conduct issues promptly.
Food Quality & Execution
Ensure all menu items meet restaurant standards for taste, portion, and presentation.
Oversee prep and line execution during service.
Adjust operations quickly during high-volume shifts.
Safety & Compliance
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen.
Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health code requirements.
Monitor employee conduct, including fitness for duty (no intoxication, drugs, etc.).
Inventory & Cost Control
Order and track food, supplies, and equipment.
Manage waste, portioning, and storage to control costs.
Work with ownership/management to meet budget goals.
Communication
Act as the point of contact between kitchen staff and front-of-house management.
Participate in manager meetings and provide feedback on operations.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of kitchen leadership experience (Sous Chef, Kitchen Lead, or higher).
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
Ability to train, motivate, and discipline staff fairly and consistently.
Skilled in time management and organization in a high-volume environment.
Basic knowledge of ordering, inventory, and cost control.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and resolve conflicts quickly.
Must be able to stand, lift, and move in a busy kitchen for extended periods.
Reliable, punctual, and committed to professional conduct.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly/salary pay (based on experience).
Monthly bonus/stipend available to be applied toward your personal health insurance premium.
Opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
Staff meal benefits and employee discounts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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