Executive Kitchen Manager | Casual Dining Restaurant | Career Growth Opportunity

About the role

Ready to own the kitchen? We're looking for an accomplished kitchen leader to drive operations at a thriving, high-volume casual dining restaurant in Anderson, SC. You'll command a full-service kitchen, set the standard for quality and consistency, and build a team that takes pride in their craft. This is your opportunity to make an immediate, visible impact in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen operations and manage production across all stations
• Maintain food quality, safety, and consistency standards
• Build, train, and schedule kitchen staff for peak performance
• Control food costs and inventory through thoughtful purchasing and waste reduction
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food handling regulations

Requirements

• 5+ years managing kitchens in full-service casual dining environments
• Proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen operations
• Deep knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and health code compliance

Skills

• Natural leader with strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Passion for food quality and building a cohesive kitchen culture

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan and generous paid time off
• Clear path to advance within a growing restaurant group
• Lead an energized team in a dynamic high-volume setting

Pay

Competitive salary of 70K-75K annually with performance bonus opportunity