Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 $80,000

• $85,000 a year
• Full-time $80,000
• $85,000 a year
• Full-time Kitchen Manager

• High-Volume Restaurant Starting Salary:

  $80,000
• 85,000 We are hiring a strong, experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager for a very busy, high-volume restaurant in a heavy tourist area.

This is not an entry-level management role — we need someone who can lead with confidence, hold the team accountable, control costs, and maintain high standards during peak volume. As we head into our busy season, the right candidate must be able to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact! This person should already understand the pace and pressure of a fast-moving kitchen and be comfortable stepping into a high-expectation environment. This position will work alongside an existing Assistant Kitchen Manager to help lead BOH operations, while also supporting FOH when needed. The ideal candidate is organized, steady under pressure, solutions-focused, and ready to take ownership.

What You'll Do:

Lead day-to-day BOH operations in a high-volume restaurant Maintain food quality, consistency, ticket times, and brand standards Manage inventory, ordering, prep levels, food cost, and waste control Coach, train, develop, and hold BOH team members accountable Support scheduling, labor control, and overall kitchen productivity Maintain strong food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards Communicate effectively with FOH leadership during service Step in where needed and lead from the floor during peak volume

What We're Looking For:

4+ years of Kitchen Management experience preferred High-volume restaurant experience strongly preferred Proven ability to lead a busy kitchen and manage people effectively Strong understanding of food cost, labor, inventory, and BOH systems Ability to stay calm, organized, and solutions-focused under pressure Hands-on leadership style with high standards and strong follow-through Flexible, team-first mindset with the ability to support FOH when needed

What You Get:

Starting salary of $80,000

• 85,000 Opportunity to grow within a 30+ concept company Strong leadership support Comprehensive benefits A fast-paced, high-energy environment where strong operators can thrive

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Pay:

$80,000.00

• $85,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person