Kitchen Manager / Chef | Lead a High-Energy Savannah Restaurant Team
@ Goodwin RecruitingKitchen Manager / Chef | Lead a High-Energy Savannah Restaurant Team
About the job
A hospitality group in Savannah seeks a Kitchen Manager/Chef to lead back-of-house operations, focus on team development, food quality, safety, and operational excellence in a high-energy setting.
Requirements
- Culinary leadership experience
- Food cost and inventory knowledge
- Team management in high-volume settings
- Organized and calm under pressure
- Passion for coaching and development
Qualifications
- ServSafe certification preferred
- Strong leadership references
- Stable career progression
Full job description
Kitchen Manager / Chef
Savannah, GA
$65,000–$70,000 + Benefits + Growth Opportunity
Are you a kitchen leader who enjoys being hands-on, building strong teams, and delivering consistent guest experiences? We’re partnering with a well-established and growing hospitality group in the Savannah market that is looking for a Kitchen Manager / Chef to lead daily back-of-house operations in a high-energy, guest-focused environment.
This role is ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and enjoys balancing food quality, team development, organization, and operational excellence.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
- Lead and oversee all day-to-day kitchen operations
- Manage scheduling, labor controls, and kitchen productivity
- Coach, train, and develop BOH team members and supervisors
- Maintain food quality, presentation, and execution standards
- Control food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste management
- Ensure food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards are maintained
- Partner with front-of-house leadership to create exceptional guest experiences
- Support menu execution and continuous operational improvements
What We’re Looking For:
- Kitchen Manager, Executive Sous Chef, Chef, or culinary leadership experience
- Strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory controls
- Experience leading teams in high-volume restaurant environments
- Ability to stay organized and calm during peak service periods
- Passion for coaching and developing talent
- ServSafe certification preferred
- Stable career progression and strong leadership references
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base Salary: $65,000–$70,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid parking!!
- Paid time off
- Growth and advancement opportunities within an established organization
- Supportive leadership team and strong operational culture
If you’re looking for an opportunity to lead a successful kitchen operation while continuing to grow your career in Savannah hospitality, we’d love to connect.
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