Kitchen Manager

Recruiting Partner: Phil Arena

Virginia Beach, Virginia | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $65,000 to $68,000 | Job ID: 169985

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Kitchen Manager

Join an innovative hospitality organization known for delivering memorable guest experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to lead culinary operations, mentor a dedicated team, and drive exceptional food quality and service within a dynamic, growth-oriented company.

Kitchen Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Supportive, team-focused culture

Kitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • 3–5 years of experience in the food & beverage and/or hospitality industry
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in all MS Office applications
  • Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, percentages, and proportions
  • Must have a driver’s license or reliable transportation
  • Able to stand for 8–10 hours and work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Kitchen Manager Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience analyzing sales and food cost trends
  • Leadership in developing kitchen teams
  • Familiarity with inventory, vendor relations, and purchasing

Kitchen Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Oversee and mentor Assistant Kitchen Manager, supervisors, and back-of-house staff
  • Ensure consistent preparation and presentation of all menu items to the highest standards
  • Maintain accurate food logs, inventory, and food cost controls
  • Enforce health, safety, and sanitation procedures throughout kitchen and dining areas
  • Review and analyze weekly sales reports and staffing needs, supporting strategic planning
  • Collaborate with managers and vendors, and manage catering events as needed
  • Make employment and termination decisions for back-of-house staff
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and productive working environment

If you’re ready to make an impact in a leadership role with meaningful responsibility, we encourage you to apply!

 

JOB ID: 169985

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Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

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