Kitchen Manager

• Oversee all daily back of house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service throughout every shift
• Lead, coach, train, and develop the kitchen team, creating an environment where hard work, growth, and achievement are recognized and rewarded
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all menu items
• Ensure all health code requirements, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies are followed at all times
• Manage food and labor costs, monitoring waste, controlling portions, and maximizing efficiency without compromising quality
• Create and manage prep lists, line schedules, and station assignments to ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for every service
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management, building strong relationships with vendors and ensuring the freshest ingredients are always on hand
• Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, seasonal specials, and new item rollouts
• Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, reporting any issues promptly and ensuring proper preventative maintenance is performed
• Manage kitchen staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage while controlling labor costs
• Conduct regular line checks before service to ensure all stations are properly stocked, organized, and ready
• Enforce proper food rotation, labeling, and storage procedures at all times
• Recruit, interview, and onboard new kitchen team members as needed
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the values of Suser Restaurant Group
• 2-3 years of kitchen management or chef experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, and ordering
• Current knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation best practices
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence and make sound decisions under pressure
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Passion for food, hospitality, and developing the next generation of culinary talent
• Competitive pay
• Employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Real opportunities for growth and advancement
• A supportive team culture built on respect, accountability, and collaboration

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

" Welcome neighbours and friends, we are proud of our team and community and our food and service reflects the warmth and compassion that we extend to our guests.

We strive to stay on trend and welcome comments that will help us grow.

Growth only occurs with nourishment!. "

To be recognized as a progressive leader in our industry that is reflected by our commitment to our team, giving them the proper tools in their pursuit of excellence and a trusted source of hospitality and responsibility to our community.

" We are singularly focused on creating unique and satisfying dishes and drinks by using time tested recipes and the skills of our Culinary and Bar staff.

We take great pride in every plate and glass we put out to the public and will always strive to be the place that our community thinks of first when deciding where to go for the evening!

"And last but not least, Suser Restaurant Group is committed to “Giving Back: to our Local community.

Through our “Dining for Dollars Programs” and other venues, we have given back Tens of Thousands of Dollars to Local Schools, Families in need, Community Outreach Programs and many more worthy organizations.

We feel it is our responsibility to be a big part of the community that has contributed so much of our success since opening our doors in 2003."