Kitchen Manager - Lewes, DE Brewery and Restaurant To $65k to start with Benefits, Other Perks A fast-paced, family-friendly brewery restaurant and beer garden in Lewes is looking for a Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. We're known for our backyard-cookout-inspired menu, scratch-made pub favorites, live music, and a fun, all-ages atmosphere with indoor + outdoor seating. What You'll Own Lead daily back-of-house operations in a high-volume kitchen serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch Hire, train, and develop a team of cooks and kitchen staff focused on quality, consistency, and safety Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships to hit COGS and quality targets Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards across all shifts Partner with the GM and front-of-house to execute seasonal menus, specials, and large events Ensure timely, craveable execution of items like slow-cooked wings, burgers, nachos, crab dip, and rotating features Foster a positive, team-first culture that keeps turnover low and morale high What You Bring 3+ years as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine in a high-volume restaurant or brewpub Strong leadership and communication skills — you coach in the moment and lead by example Experience with menu costing, inventory systems, and P&L responsibility ServSafe Manager certification or ability to obtain; strong knowledge of HACCP procedures Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, especially during beach season Passion for made-from-scratch food and creating memorable guest experiences in a casual, energetic setting Compensation & Perks $65,000 annual salary Benefits package included If you're a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in a team-driven, fun environment and takes pride in every plate that leaves the line, we'd love to meet you. Send your updated resume to nate@geckohospitality.com to apply today for the Kitchen Manager position in Lewes, DE!