Kitchen Manager Sunrose California Eatery Agoura Hills, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000
- $105,000 a year 6 days ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Qualifications Microsoft Excel Operations management Inventory management Performance management Team development Full Job Description Kitchen Manager
- Systems & Execution Sunrose California Eatery
- Agoura Hills (91301) We are looking for a strong Kitchen Manager to take full ownership of our back-of-house operations.
This is not a creative chef role. This is a systems, execution, accountability, leadership, and cost-control role. This role is focused on executing and maintaining systems at a high level, not reinventing them. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role and help build the operational foundation for future growth. If you are highly organized, detail-oriented, and know how to run a tight, disciplined kitchen, we want to talk. What You'll Be Responsible For Food Safety (Top Priority) Maintain an A-level kitchen at all times Ensure all staff are trained and following proper food safety procedures Enforce proper labeling, dating, storage, and temperature control Always inspection-ready Team Accountability, Leadership & Development Lead and hold BOH team accountable to standards Address performance issues immediately and directly Ensure every position is staffed with trained, capable team members Build a culture of consistency, urgency, and ownership Coach, develop, and train team members through clear expectations, feedback, and follow-through Lead by example — maintaining high standards while supporting growth and development Take full ownership of BOH execution — results matter, not explanations Labor Management & Scheduling (Full Ownership) Create and manage BOH schedules based on business needs and forecasts Control labor cost through proper staffing and real-time adjustments Own overtime, break compliance, and labor law adherence Approve and manage timecards/payroll accuracy Hold team accountable for attendance, punctuality, and performance You fully own labor for BOH. There is no shared responsibility. Inventory & Cost Control Manage weekly and monthly inventory with high accuracy Own ordering and product pars Track and control waste, usage, and variance Ensure MarginEdge (inventory system) is used and maintained consistently and correctly Prep & Kitchen Readiness Ensure daily prep is completed: On time In correct quantities Before service begins Prevent both: Running out of product during service Over-prepping and waste Systems & Execution Enforce recipe adherence and portion control Maintain organization, cleanliness, and operational discipline Ensure all systems and processes are followed consistently Ensure opening and closing procedures are clearly defined, executed consistently, and upheld to standard across all shifts and team members Work collaboratively with ownership to build and refine systems while maintaining alignment and consistency Technology & Systems Proficiency Comfortable and proficient with restaurant technology and operational systems Experience with platforms such as: MarginEdge (or similar inventory system) 7shifts (scheduling) Jolt (food safety & checklists) Monday.com (task and project management) Microsoft Office / Excel Service Support Step onto the line when needed (approx. 1-2 hours/day) Maintain flow and standards during peak service Hiring & Team Involvement Participate in hiring and onboarding of BOH team members Provide input on staffing needs and team performance Support training and development of new hires What We're Looking For Experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role Strong inventory systems experience (MarginEdge or similar required) Experience managing labor, scheduling, and payroll compliance Comfortable using technology and systems to run operations Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven Strong leadership skills with a focus on accountability and team development Comfortable addressing issues directly while maintaining a professional, supportive environment Experience in a structured, systems-driven kitchen environment Position Details Full-time (50-60 hours/week) Agoura Hills (91301) $85,000
- $105,000 depending on experience This role ramps into full ownership over the first 60-90 days as systems and expectations are aligned How to Apply Reply with your resume and a short note answering the following: Tell us about a system (inventory, prep, or scheduling) that you were responsible for but did not create — how did you ensure it was followed consistently?
Tell us about a time something was not being executed properly by your team — what specifically did you do to correct it, and what was the result? What part of this role would be most challenging for you? as a Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role
Pay:
$85,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person
