Kitchen Manager

Position Summary

Citrus Breakfast & Lunch is seeking an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead daily back-of-house operations and ensure exceptional food quality, efficiency, cleanliness, and team performance. This role is responsible for overseeing all kitchen functions, supporting staff development, maintaining food safety standards, managing inventory and costs, and ensuring a smooth guest experience through consistent execution.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and takes pride in building a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.

Pre-Shift Responsibilities

• Arrive on time and conduct a full kitchen walkthrough.
• Inspect cleanliness, organization, and equipment functionality.
• Verify compliance with food safety standards, including proper storage, labeling, and temperature controls.
• Review inventory levels and daily prep requirements.