Kitchen Manager

Company: Catawba Corporation
Location: Burlington
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description RESPONSIBILITY This position is responsible for: Overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring execution of food quality, preparation, safety, and cleanliness standards. Train coach and develop kitchen staff to uphold company recipes, portioning, and execution standards Recruit and retain strong culinary talent, ensuring a stable and capable kitchen team Monitor inventory levels, food costs, and waste, maintaining cost control within budget parameters Collaborate with front-of-house management to deliver seamless guest experiences Maintain a clean, organized and compliant kitchen environment in accordance with health and safety regulations Analyze kitchen performance and implement improvements to achieve culinary and financial goals Lead with a hands-on approach, ensuring strong presence and leadership during peak shifts Uphold a culture of accountability, structure, and high energy REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to: General Manager and CEO TYPICAL SCHEDULE 5 days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a strong presence during peak hours. Schedule may vary depending on operational needs. KEY RESULT AREAS KITCHEN OPERATIONS Responsible for the overall performance and standards of the kitchen: Execution of food quality, consistency, and presentation Compliance with company recipes, portioning and prep standards Efficient daily operations and shift readiness Health and safety standards upheld TEAM LEADERSHIP Responsible for hiring, training, developing and retaining top kitchen talent: Training and coaching for performance and development Team morale, accountability and stability FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE Responsible for cost control and profitability of the kitchen: Food cost, inventory management and waste control Budget adherence and kitchen P&L awareness Staffing levels and labor efficiency COLLABORATION Works closely with the front-of-house team: Clear communication and operational alignment Seamless guest experience through FOH and BOH coordination Shared ownership of guest satisfaction COMPLIANCE AND ENVIRONMENT Maintains a safe, clean and organized kitchen environment: Adherence to sanitation and regulatory standards Cleanliness audits and ongoing improvement Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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