Kitchen Manager
The Lodge at Jacobson Plaza | Sioux Falls, SD
Lead the Kitchen. Own the Experience.
The Lodge at Jacobson Plaza is seeking a driven and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality food, managing costs, and building a strong, high-performing kitchen team.
If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to take ownership of kitchen operations—this is your opportunity.
What You’ll Do
As the Kitchen Manager, you will oversee all kitchen operations and play a critical role in the success of the business:
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations including food production, quality, and execution
- Manage food cost through purchasing, portioning, waste control, and inventory systems
- Create and manage BOH schedules while maintaining labor targets
- Hire, train, coach, and develop back-of-house staff
- Oversee vendor relationships, ordering, and inventory management
- Drive menu development and contribute creative direction to the food program
- Partner with the General Manager on menu approval and implementation
- Maintain consistency in recipes, plating, and kitchen standards
- Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability
What You Bring
- Previous kitchen leadership experience (Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or similar role)
- Strong understanding of food cost control, labor management, and kitchen operations
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and hold a team accountable
- Experience with inventory systems and vendor management
- Creative mindset with the ability to develop and execute menu ideas
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and engaging workplace with competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Retirement Plan with a 6% Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off (including personal, sick, and holidays)
- Free Washington Pavilion Membership + Exclusive Employee Perks, including ticket and event discounts, on-site café discounts, and staff appreciation events.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape the kitchen at a unique, community-focused venue
- Creative input and ownership of the food program
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative environment
- Competitive pay based on experience
Apply Today
If you're ready to take ownership of a kitchen and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply for it Today!
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