Kitchen Manager
@ Goodwin RecruitingKitchen Manager
About the job
A growing restaurant group in Charleston seeks an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations, develop teams, and ensure high standards in a high-volume, culture-driven setting with growth potential.
Requirements
- 2+ years kitchen management experience
- Strong leadership and team-building
- Experience in high-volume kitchens
- Knowledge of kitchen systems
- Ability to stay organized
Qualifications
- Proven track record of stability
- Hands-on management style
- Passion for quality and culture
Full job description
KITCHEN MANAGER | HIGH-VOLUME RESTAURANT
Charleston, SC | $70K–$75K + Quarterly Bonus
Ready for a kitchen leadership role with strong earning potential, great benefits, and room to grow?
We're partnering with a growing restaurant group in Charleston seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead BOH operations for one of its high-volume concepts.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader who takes pride in building strong teams, maintaining high standards, controlling costs, and keeping the kitchen running smoothly during high-volume service.
WHY YOU'LL WANT THIS JOB
- $70K–$75K base salary
- Quarterly bonus program with realistic earning potential
- 60% company-paid health insurance
- Supportive leadership team and strong company culture
- Advancement opportunities with a growing restaurant group
- Established, high-volume concept with a strong local following
- Opportunity to grow with a company that promotes from within
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead daily BOH operations and ensure consistent execution
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop culinary team members
- Maintain food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and safety standards
- Manage food and labor costs while maintaining kitchen efficiency
- Oversee ordering, inventory, prep, and kitchen systems
- Lead by example during high-volume service
- Create an accountable, positive, and team-oriented kitchen culture
- Partner with restaurant leadership to improve operations and profitability
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 2+ years of Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or BOH management experience
- Proven track record of stability and strong tenure
- High-volume, scratch-kitchen experience preferred
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
- Understanding of food cost, labor management, inventory, and kitchen systems
- Hands-on leadership style with the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Passion for quality, consistency, and developing people
THE BOTTOM LINE
This is an opportunity to join a growing Charleston restaurant group that values its people, promotes from within, and offers a genuine path for career growth.
If you're a hands-on culinary leader ready for your next long-term opportunity, we'd love to speak with you.
Apply today for a confidential conversation.
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