Kitchen Manager – Kannapolis, NC

Total Compensation Up to $50,000 | Full-Service Restaurant | Immediate Opening

Are you a hands-on kitchen leader who knows how to keep a busy restaurant organized, develop a dependable team, and deliver consistent food quality during every shift?

An established full-service restaurant in Kannapolis, NC, is searching for a Kitchen Manager who is ready to take ownership of daily back-of-house operations and help build a kitchen culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and pride.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or BOH Manager who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career.

Why You’ll Want to Explore This Opportunity

• Total compensation up to $50,000
• Established full-service restaurant organization
• Structured training and leadership support
• Opportunity for continued career growth
• Fast-paced, team-oriented working environment
• Immediate opening for the right candidate

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading daily back-of-house restaurant operations
• Hiring, training, coaching, and developing kitchen employees
• Maintaining strong food quality, presentation, and recipe standards
• Managing food costs, labor, inventory, ordering, and waste
• Creating schedules and ensuring proper staffing levels
• Improving ticket times, kitchen organization, and shift execution
• Maintaining food-safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards
• Holding team members accountable while creating a positive culture
• Partnering with front-of-house leadership to deliver an excellent guest experience
• Supporting opening, closing, preparation, and production procedures

What Will Help You Succeed

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Assistant Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or BOH Manager
• Full-service or high-volume restaurant experience
• Strong understanding of food costs, labor controls, inventory, and scheduling
• Proven ability to train, motivate, and develop kitchen employees
• A hands-on leadership style and willingness to work alongside the team
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions during busy services
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Food-safety or ServSafe certification is preferred

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you are a dependable culinary leader who takes pride in developing people and running a clean, organized, high-performing kitchen, we want to speak with you.

For confidential consideration, send your resume to:

kimber@geckohospitality.com

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.