Senior Kitchen Manager

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Senior Kitchen Manager

Zachary, LA
Posted today

About the job

Join a supportive restaurant group that values humility, teamwork, and passion. As Senior Kitchen Manager, lead, train, and maintain high culinary standards while fostering a positive, respectful workplace.

Requirements

  • 3+ years kitchen management experience
  • Leadership and coaching skills
  • Inventory management skills
  • Fast-paced environment experience

Qualifications

  • Full-service high-volume kitchen experience
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Ability to maintain standards
  • Proactive problem-solver
  • Works well under pressure

Full job description

We pride ourselves on being humble, team-oriented, respectful, passionate, and positive — and we’re looking for leaders who share these values. If you’re ready to grow with a supportive restaurant group that feels like family, we’d love to meet you!


Senior Kitchen Manager Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and coach the kitchen team with a hands-on, positive approach
  • Build respectful relationships with team members while holding them accountable with integrity
  • Maintain high culinary and operational standards with attention to detail
  • Partner with the team to deliver an unforgettable guest experience every time
  • Oversee smooth daily operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Manage portion control, recipe execution, prep list completion, and waste reduction
  • Ensure strict compliance with safety and sanitation guidelines

Senior Kitchen Manager Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience as a Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef in a full-service, high-volume, scratch kitchen
  • Strong, proven leadership skills with a “lead by example” style
  • Experience with inventory management and ordering
  • A coach-minded leader who thrives in fast-paced settings
  • Ability to maintain consistent standards, exceed expectations, and inspire the team
  • Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on work ethic

Senior Kitchen Manager Benefits

  • Competitive base salary + quarterly bonus potential
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off / vacation
  • Supportive, people-first culture that values work-life balance
  • A positive workplace where your contributions are appreciated!


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