Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Manager Des Moines, IA Join an established hospitality group operating a vibrant, high-volume restaurant located inside the Des Moines Airport. This is an opportunity to lead a talented back-of-house team, support a scratch kitchen, and help shape the guest experience as the group expands into a second terminal. If your energetic hands-on leader looking for a growing company, this role is for you. Kitchen Manager Requirements & Qualifications 68 years of management experience in casual dining, with proven success in high-volume settings Experience leading BOH teams; hands-on across all kitchen operations, including line management Solid knowledge of labor laws, health codes, safe food handling, and sanitation procedures Ability to pass a TSA-level background check and maintain airport security badge At least 18 years old with a high school diploma Able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours; ability to reach, bend, and maintain a neat appearance Strong communication and team-building skills Kitchen Manager Preferred Background & Skills Experience working in multiple cities and/or recently returned to Des Moines Familiarity with both BOH and FOH operations Experience managing in environments with shared kitchens or multi-unit locations Kitchen Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to deliver high-quality, scratch-made dishes Oversee all aspects of back-of-house operations, ensuring food safety, sanitation, and adherence to company recipes and standards Manage inventory and ordering to achieve targeted food and labor costs Utilize training tools and on-shift coaching to foster growth and performance in your team Collaborate with other managers to support kitchen operations across multiple airport locations Act as a role model for professionalism, innovation, and effective communication Kitchen Manager Benefits & Compensation Competitive salary up to $75K Comprehensive health benefits Performance-based bonus program 401(k) eligibility after one year Paid time off and vacation Work within a collaborative, growth-minded management team If you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and are passionate about developing teams and delivering quality food, this is an outstanding opportunity to make an impact and advance your hospitality career.

Created: 2026-03-10