Kitchen Manager | Polished Casual Restaurant | Work Life Balance

Tallahassee, FL | Competitive Salary + Bonus

About the role

Ready to lead a dynamic kitchen in Tallahassee's bustling restaurant scene? This is your opportunity to take charge of a high-volume, full-service operation where every shift brings energy and expertise matters. You'll build and mentor a talented kitchen team, drive operational excellence, and shape the culinary experience for hundreds of guests weekly. Growing your career in a fast-paced environment with genuine growth potential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $60,000 - $70,000 annually with bonus earning potential
• Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan to secure your future
• Paid Time Off to recharge and spend time away from the kitchen

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations during high-volume service periods
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff toward excellence
• Maintain rigorous food safety, quality, and sanitation standards
• Manage food inventory, costs, and ordering efficiently
• Execute timely food preparation to meet service demands consistently

Requirements

• 3+ years of kitchen management or senior culinary leadership experience
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse kitchen team
• Deep knowledge of food safety and sanitation compliance
• Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments
• Food Handler Certification or equivalent food safety credential