Posted on Jul 21, 2026
Goodwin Recruiting

Goodwin Recruiting

Kitchen Manager

Northville, Michigan Full time

Job Description

Now Hiring: Kitchen Manager (Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager)

Two Locations Split Schedule $60K$65K + Bonus + Growth


Are you passionate about chef-driven, scratch-made cuisine rooted in bold flavors and seasonal ingredients? This one-of-a-kind conceptborn from the owners time in Miami and brought to life with locally sourced productsis looking for a hands-on BOH leader who thrives in a collaborative, team-first environment.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across two locations, splitting your week between them, and playing a key role in maintaining consistency, culture, and culinary excellence across both kitchens.


What Youll Get as a Kitchen Manager

$55K$60K base salary

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth within a chef-driven, expanding restaurant group

The chance to work closely with a creative, passionate culinary team


What Youll Do as a Kitchen Manager

Lead day-to-day back-of-house operations across two locations

Ensure consistency, quality, and execution of scratch-made menu items

Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu execution and innovation

Coach, develop, and support kitchen teams in a positive, team-first environment

Maintain high standards for food safety, cleanliness, and organization

Step into front-of-house support when needed to ensure seamless service

Act as a culture carrierbringing energy, humility, and accountability to both teams


What Were Looking for in a Kitchen Manager

A humble, hands-on leader who leads by example and leaves ego at the door

Passion for scratch cooking, fresh ingredients, and hospitality

Strong communicator who can work effectively across teams and locations

Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to balance priorities between two kitchens


Requirements for a Kitchen Manager

24 years of BOH leadership experience (Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or similar)

Willingness to split time between two locations weekly

Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Basic Spanish skills a MUST (for kitchen communication)

Ability to support both BOH and FOH operations as needed


Why This Role as a Kitchen Manager

This is more than just a kitchen jobits an opportunity to be part of a growing, chef-driven concept where your voice matters, your leadership makes an impact, and your passion for food is celebrated.

If youre ready to lead with purpose, cook with passion, and grow with a dynamic teamwe want to hear from you.

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