Kitchen Manager Smokin Fins - Littleton, CO Smokin Fins is seeking a skilled, motivated Kitchen Manager to lead our Heart of House (HOH) team in Littleton, Colorado. As Kitchen Manager, you'll own the back-of-house experience - driving food quality, consistency, safety, efficiency, and team development while ensuring our guests receive the high-energy, high-quality experience Smokin Fins is known for. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all kitchen operations, including expo, prep, and line execution Maintain consistent food quality, recipe adherence, portion control, and plate presentation standards Manage inventory, conduct weekly counts, place orders, and maintain strong COGS discipline Ensure all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are fully met (ServSafe standards) Hire, train, coach, and develop kitchen staff; foster a positive, high-performance HOH culture Build efficient scheduling models to align labor with business volume Maintain equipment, oversee repairs, and ensure safe/clean operational workflows Collaborate with the GM on menu execution, rollouts, specials, and operational improvements Uphold OTLRG's culture of athletic hospitality, teamwork, and continuous improvement Qualifications 3+ years in a full-service kitchen leadership role (Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or higher) Strong culinary and operational skill set, with deep knowledge of scratch-kitchen processes Proven track record in staff development, training, and team leadership Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance (ServSafe preferred) Strong communicator with excellent organization, time-management, and problem-solving abilities Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work on your feet for extended periods, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-heat environment Benefits Company-paid life and AD&D insurance Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability (eligibility required) Vacation after 90 days (5 days every 6 months) Meal discounts Quarterly bonus potential for exceeding targets Career advancement opportunities within OTLRG's growing family of restaurants Ready to lead a dynamic team and help drive the Smokin Fins experience in Littleton? We'd love to meet you!

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person This job will be posted until September 30, 2026.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person