Lead Chef / Kitchen Manager (Full-Time)

Shrewsbury, PA – Just Over the Maryland Line

Only 10 minutes from Parkton, MD | 30 minutes north of Towson

$1,000 SIGNING BONUS AFTER 120 DAYS

Are you an experienced chef ready to take ownership of a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen? We're looking for a motivated Lead Chef / Kitchen Manager to join our growing team. Although we're advertising in Baltimore, our restaurant is conveniently located in Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, just minutes over the Maryland border, making for an easy commute.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys cooking, leading a team, creating new dishes, and maintaining high standards in every aspect of the kitchen.

Responsibilities:

Lead all daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced restaurant
Create and develop weekly food specials and contribute to menu design
Prepare high-quality food while maintaining consistency and presentation
Train, coach, schedule, and supervise kitchen staff
Maintain food quality, portion control, and kitchen efficiency
Oversee inventory, ordering, and food cost management
Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, and operating to the highest sanitation standards
Maintain all health department and food safety requirements
Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment

Qualifications:

Previous experience as an Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Lead Chef, or Kitchen Manager
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience with menu development and seasonal specials
Ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume kitchen
Knowledge of food costing and kitchen operations
ServSafe Certification required
Reliable transportation and the ability to commute to Shrewsbury, PA
Full-time availability, including evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits:

Competitive pay based on experience
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 120 days
Opportunity to be creative and showcase your culinary skills
Supportive ownership and a collaborative team
Long-term growth opportunities

If you're passionate about great food, enjoy leading a team, and want the opportunity to make your mark on a well-established restaurant, we'd love to hear from you.

Please reply with your resume, work history, and a brief description of your culinary experience.

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Lead Chef/Kitchen Manager