Kitchen Manager – The Halal Guys (Hillcrest, CA)

Pay: $24–$26/hr

Schedule: Full-time (40+ hours/week)

Location: Hillcrest, San Diego, CA

About the Role:

The Halal Guys are bringing our famous flavors to Hillcrest! We’re looking for a hands-on, motivated Kitchen Manager to lead daily BOH operations and set the standard for excellence in our very first San Diego location. This is an opportunity to grow with a high-energy, fast-casual franchise as we expand across the region.

We are ready to hire and train immediately. This position includes 3 weeks of paid training in Tempe, AZ and 1 week in New York City to fully immerse you in The Halal Guys experience and set you up for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure food quality, safety, and cleanliness standards
• Manage prep, cook times, and line flow during high-volume hours
• Handle inventory, ordering, and waste management efficiently
• Maintain compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Train, coach, and develop team members
• Collaborate with ownership to optimize kitchen operations and support future openings

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience (quick-service or fast-casual preferred)
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen management
• Positive, energetic leader who thrives under pressure
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus but not required
• Must be reliable, organized, and growth-minded

Why Join Us:

• $24–$26/hr starting pay, depending on experience
• Full-time schedule with overtime opportunities
• Ground-floor opportunity with room to grow as we expand
• Be a part of launching The Halal Guys in San Diego!
• Paid training in Tempe and NYC