Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager

About the role

The Dirty Buffalo is a family-owned, locally operated brand known for its legendary wings, genuine hospitality, and a team-first culture. We're expanding across the Southeast and are seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the back-of-house team through clear expectations and strong systems
• Hire, train, coach, and develop kitchen team members
• Execute consistent food quality and presentation at all times
• Manage kitchen scheduling, labor targets, and productivity
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Prepare food, work the line, and run the expo window as needed
• Enforce brand standards, procedures, checklists, and recipes
• Communicate clearly with the FOH leadership, management team, and corporate partners
• Maintain equipment, cleaning schedules, and preventative maintenance standards

Requirements

• Kitchen leadership experience
• A systems-driven mindset—you believe consistency is king
• Comfort leading in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and solution-oriented under pressure
• Basic computer skills
• Desire for a long-term career with room to grow

Physical Demands

• Be on your feet for most of your shift (up to 10 hours)
• Work weekends and holidays (up to ~50 hours per week)
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Work in all weather conditions (Buffalo roots—we don’t close for snow)
• Operate standard kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, slicers, and dish machines
• Communicate effectively with both guests and team members

What The Dirty Buffalo Offers You

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses (paid quarterly)
• Full benefits package including:
• Health, dental, vision
• 401(k)
• Life & disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Free meals

• A fun, energetic, team-driven work environment
• Structured training and clear operational systems
• Real growth opportunities with a brand expanding across the East Coast

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• 401(k)
• Life & disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Free meals

Schedule

• Variable schedule based on business needs

Pay

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses (paid quarterly)

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