Kitchen Manager Lead the Heart of the Restaurant Are you a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume QSR environment? Do you have a passion for developing teams, maintaining exceptional food quality, and driving operational excellence? If so, we want to hear from you. Premier Solutions, a leading Executive Management Search Firm specializing in restaurant leadership recruitment, is partnering with a growing quick-service restaurant brand to identify talented Kitchen Managers who are ready to take the next step in their careers. What You'll Do As Kitchen Manager, you'll oversee all back-of-house operations and play a critical role in delivering an outstanding guest experience through strong leadership, food quality, and operational execution in a fast-paced QSR setting. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop kitchen team members to build a high-performing culture Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth, efficient shift execution Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and recipe adherence Manage food, labor, and controllable costs to achieve financial goals Monitor inventory, ordering, receiving, and waste reduction initiatives Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations Recruit, train, and retain top kitchen talent Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment Collaborate with restaurant leadership to achieve sales, profitability, and guest satisfaction goals Drive continuous improvement in kitchen efficiency, productivity, and team performance Support new store openings and growth initiatives as the brand continues to expand What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of Kitchen Manager experience in a high-volume restaurant environment (QSR or full-service) Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, inventory management, and labor controls Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to multitask and perform effectively under pressure Hands-on leadership style with a strong work ethic and attention to detail Stable employment history with demonstrated career progression Preferred Qualifications Experience managing high-volume QSR or full-service restaurant operations ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification What We Offer Competitive salary Performance-based bonus opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Seven paid holidays annually Ongoing leadership training and professional development Clear career advancement opportunities with a growing restaurant organization Supportive culture focused on teamwork, recognition, and success Why Join Us? This is more than a Kitchen Manager role—it's an opportunity to grow your career with a fast-growing QSR brand that invests in its people and promotes from within. If you're passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and creating an exceptional team culture, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today and take the next step in your restaurant leadership career.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you train out of State? How many jobs have you had in the last 10 years?

Experience:

Restaurant Kitchen management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Location:

Gilbert, AZ 85299 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person