Head chef/Kitchen Manager

Head chef/Kitchen Manager

31 Dec 2026
California, Sacramento, 94203 Sacramento USA

Head chef/Kitchen Manager

We are looking for a new person to lead our kitchen. The position is for a diner in the downtown Sacramento area. Location will be revealed after initial contact as to not cause conflicts with current staff. Candidates will need at least 3 years experience in a kitchen leadership position and must possess very good line cooking skills, especially for breakfast. Duties will include

- Hiring and managing kitchen and dishwasher staff

- Lead, train, and schedule kitchen staff

- Oversee daily kitchen operations during breakfast and lunch service

- Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation

- Manage inventory, ordering, and food costs

- Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards

- Work closely with front-of-house management to keep service running smoothly

- Up to 55 hours per week and under certain circumstances be willing to fill in off days. Requires early mornings starting at 5am

- Help with menu innovation, come up with new recipes and menu ideas

What We’re Looking For

- Previous kitchen management or lead cook experience (breakfast experience a big plus)

- Strong leadership and communication skills

- Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays

- Calm under pressure and great at multitasking

- Passion for quality food and a positive team culture

What We Offer

- Competitive pay (based on experience)

- Consistent hours and steady business

- Supportive, close-knit team

- Opportunities to help shape menus and kitchen systems

- A workplace where your leadership truly matters

Please email resume. If resume fulfills our requirements we will reach out and discuss the business and pay further

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