Find & Apply For Restaurant / Food Service Manager Jobs in Innsbrook, Missouri

Are you an experienced line cook who knows how to run a kitchen when the pressure is on? Do you take pride in leading by example, keeping a team organized, and making sure every plate leaving the kitchen meets the standard? If so, we want to meet you. Innsbrook Resort is a premier destination located in the beautiful rolling hills of Innsbrook, Missouri, just a short drive from I-70 and less than an hour from St. Louis. Spanning more than 7,500 acres, the resort offers a unique hospitality environment with multiple dining and event operations, including the Clubhouse Bar & Grille , a speakeasy, café, full-service event venue, weddings, corporate retreats, meetings, and special events. We are looking for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the culinary operations at the Clubhouse Bar & Grille. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced line cook, sous chef, kitchen supervisor, or lead cook who is ready to take the next step in their career and have a greater role in leading a kitchen team. About the Role As Kitchen Manager, you will be a working leader in the kitchen. You will help set the tone in a team-oriented environment, maintain high standards during service, and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently, safely, and consistently. You will work closely with the resort's operations leadership to support daily kitchen operations, maintain food quality, manage kitchen staff, and help create an exceptional dining experience for our guests. This role is best suited for someone who enjoys being on the line, knows how to lead a culinary team, and has the experience and judgment to keep a kitchen running smoothly during both everyday service and busy resort events. What You'll Do Lead daily kitchen operations at the Clubhouse Bar & Grille Work hands-on alongside the kitchen team during service Lead, train, coach, and support line cooks, prep cooks, dish staff, and other kitchen team members Help coordinate kitchen staffing, station assignments, prep, and service flow Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, portioning, and ticket times Ensure recipes, menu specifications, and food-preparation standards are followed Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory control, product rotation, and minimizing food waste Help monitor food costs and maintain appropriate levels of kitchen supplies and ingredients Maintain a clean, organized, and properly functioning kitchen Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff and resort leadership Help prepare the kitchen for busy weekends, special events, weddings, and other resort functions Identify problems quickly and take action to keep service moving Help build a positive, respectful, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who has real-world kitchen experience and understands what it takes to run a successful service.

Ideal candidates will have:

Several years of professional restaurant kitchen experience Strong line-cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment Previous experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, Lead Cook, or similar leadership role The ability to confidently work multiple stations and understand the flow of a professional kitchen Experience training, coaching, and leading kitchen employees Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations Experience with kitchen ordering, inventory, prep planning, or food cost control A strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices The ability to stay calm, organized, and productive during busy services Strong communication and problem-solving skills A hands-on leadership style and willingness to work alongside the team The ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during peak resort seasons Formal culinary education is a plus, but proven kitchen experience and leadership ability matter most . Why Innsbrook Resort? Competitive pay of $23-$26 per hour based on experience Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Employee discounts on dining A supportive and collaborative work environment The opportunity to work in a unique resort setting with a diverse range of dining and special events The chance to help shape and lead the kitchen operation at the Clubhouse Bar & Grille Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're an experienced line cook who is ready to lead, a kitchen supervisor looking for a new opportunity, or a hands-on kitchen manager who takes pride in building great teams and serving great food, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the culinary team at Innsbrook Resort.

Pay:

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person