Kitchen Manager

About the role

As a Kitchen Manager at Dash In, you will lead the back‑of‑house foodservice operation inside one of our stores, building a high‑performing team, delivering exceptional food quality, and driving results that directly impact the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team to deliver high‑quality food and service.
• Drive sales, food quality, and speed of service.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and brand standards.
• Own back‑of‑house performance including labor and operational efficiency.
• Support hiring, training, and coaching of team members.
• Act as General Manager when needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in food service, retail, or operations.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong food operations and inventory management knowledge.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and on‑call support.

Why join Dash In

• Part of Wills Group, a family‑owned company celebrating 100 years in business.
• Great Place to Work Certified™ – recognized for putting our people first.
• 50+ Dash In locations across the Mid‑Atlantic, expanding into the Carolinas.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career.
• Own the performance of a full food operation and build your own team.
• Drive measurable business results and develop skills for future leadership opportunities.

Pay

$54,000 – $70,000 annually plus up to 10 % annual bonus. Salaried and benefits‑eligible.

Schedule

Flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, weekends, and on‑call support as needed.