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Kitchen Manager

Location: Long Beach Island New Jersey

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000

Posted Date: 06.30.2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Job ID: 56154185

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Job Description

Kitchen Manager | High-Volume Fast-Casual Beach Concept

Long Beach Island, NJ

A fast-paced, seasonal high-volume food concept in Long Beach Island is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to oversee back-of-house operations, ensure consistent food quality, and lead a strong, efficient kitchen team in a high-demand coastal environment.

This role is responsible for managing all kitchen operations including prep, production, line execution, inventory control, and food safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, thrives in high-volume seasonal service, and brings hands-on experience with dough-based or hand-held food production such as empanadas, pastries, or similar items.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily BOH operations including prep, line execution, and production flow
Lead, train, and manage kitchen staff to ensure consistency and efficiency
Maintain quality control, portion standards, and recipe execution
Manage inventory, ordering, receiving, and vendor coordination
Control food costs, labor efficiency, and waste reduction
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
Support scheduling, staffing, and peak-season labor planning
Maintain clean, organized, and efficient kitchen operations
Collaborate with ownership/FOH to ensure smooth service execution

Qualifications:

2–5+ years of kitchen management experience in high-volume restaurants
Strong background in fast-casual, scratch kitchen, or handheld food concepts
Experience with dough handling or production-based cooking strongly preferred
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, seasonal environment
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
ServSafe certification preferred
Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and peak summer operations

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on kitchen leader who enjoys fast-paced beach-season volume, building strong teams, and maintaining consistent quality in a high-energy environment.

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