Kitchen Manager – Upscale Casual | $75K + Bonus | Jacksonville, FL

A nationally respected, upscale-casual restaurant group is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in Jacksonville. This is not a “clipboard manager” role — this is for a leader who commands the line, sets the standard, and takes pride in building a kitchen team that executes at a high level every shift.

If you’re passionate about scratch cooking, disciplined systems, and developing strong teams — this is an opportunity to lead in a polished, high-energy concept backed by proven structure and support.

You’ll enjoy:

·        $70–75K base salary + performance bonus

·        Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO)

·        A respected, upscale-casual concept with a loyal guest following

·        Clear systems, defined expectations, and strong corporate support

·        Growth opportunity within a financially stable restaurant group

·        A culture built on standards, accountability, and team development

This is full BOH leadership responsibility.

You will:

·        Lead daily kitchen operations with a hands-on, visible presence

·        Uphold quality, presentation, and execution standards

·        Drive food cost, ordering, inventory, and waste management

·        Manage labor and scheduling to meet budget goals

·        Hire, train, coach, and develop a disciplined culinary team

·        Maintain sanitation, food safety, and organization standards

·        Step in as Manager on Duty when needed and support overall operations

The right leader for this role:

·        Has 2+ years as a Kitchen Manager or strong Sous Chef in upscale or polished casual dining

·        Understands scratch kitchens and quality-driven execution

·        Can manage cost controls without sacrificing standards

·        Leads with confidence, composure, and accountability

·        Builds strong teams and coaches consistently

·        Is comfortable running the shift independently

·        Takes ownership and pride in their kitchen

This is ideal for a leader who:

·        Leads from the front — not from behind a desk

·        Holds high standards without ego

·        Thrives in volume while maintaining discipline

·        Wants stability and long-term growth

·        Is ready to step into a role where their leadership truly matters

Ready to Step Into Leadership? If you're looking for a role where you can build a team, drive results, and grow within a strong organization — we’d love to connect. Send your resume to Jen@geckohospitality.com

Confidential inquiries welcome.