Kitchen Manager

Western Addition Restaurant Group is seeking exceptional applicants who are passionate about service, operations, and food quality and want to build a rewarding career in hospitality.

Founded in 2018, Western Addition operates five restaurants—two in Dallas, two in Houston, and another in Scottsdale, AZ, with plans for several additional locations in the future, including the newly announced Dallas concept the Main House. This exciting period of growth has created many opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Our establishments are known for their stunning modern architecture and design, and made-from-scratch cuisine. We bake fresh bread and desserts daily and butcher whole fish and proteins on-site. Our commitment to quality, freshness, and consistency depends on a motivated and talented team.

Our Kitchen Managers are masters of their craft and restaurant operations. You will receive hands-on training and experience in every role in the kitchen. We value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our team. We expect that you will learn and grow, and will be given many opportunities to show your strengths. We appreciate personality, professionalism and a willingness to learn, and believe that collaboration and continual growth should be a part of every day.

We are searching for hospitality-driven professionals dedicated to consistency, high standards, creativity, critical thinking, and a desire to achieve daily excellence.

To be successful in this role, you should be a thoughtful leader and a confident decision-maker while ensuring profitability as you help grow our company. Salary range is based on prior experience and position.

As a Kitchen Manager or Assistant Kitchen Manager, you will play a key role in leading culinary operations and maintaining the standards that define our restaurants.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing BOH teams through coaching, training, and accountability
• Managing scheduling, labor, inventory, ordering, and food cost controls
• Ensuring recipe execution, food quality, and consistency at all times
• Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards
• Building a positive, respectful, and performance-driven culture
• Collaborating with Front of House leadership to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Driving profitability while upholding Western Addition's standards and valuesDriving profitability while upholding Western Addition's standards and values

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in kitchen management and food service operations
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Experience managing teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, inventory systems, and cost controls
• Experience with POS systems, including Aloha and Micros, preferred
• Background in upscale casual, fine dining, catering, or banquet operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• A passion for hospitality, consistency, and daily excellence
• We believe great restaurants are built by great people. Our managers receive exposure to all aspects of restaurant operations and are empowered to grow their careers within the company.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Employee dining discounts
• Significant opportunities for advancement and career growth

• Job Type: Full-Time

If you are a motivated leader who thrives in a high-performance culture and is committed to exceptional food, service, and team development, we'd love to hear from you. Join us as we continue to grow and redefine hospitality at Western Addition Restaurant Group.