Kitchen Manager

Join Our Team as Kitchen Manager – Lead a Focused and Collaborative Back-of-House Team

About the Position

The Kitchen Manager is a hands-on, working leadership position that focuses on operational structure, quality control, team support, and prep organization. This role requires a high level of ownership and consistency, as well as the ability to maintain ServSafe standards and hold team members accountable to daily prep, cleanliness, and communication protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily prep execution, ensuring items are completed to spec and on schedule.
• Oversee walk-in organization, labeling, rotation (FIFO), and consolidation.
• Maintain proper food storage and sanitation practices in line with ServSafe guidelines.
• Perform equipment and station checks and ensure cleanliness at all times.
• Support the Chef de Cuisine in scheduling, training, and coaching line and prep staff.
• Communicate with FOH leadership about prep needs, product shortages, and inventory levels.
• Maintain prep checklists and assist with writing prep lists for PM shifts.
• Support service when needed and lead by example on the line when required.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and vendor communication as directed.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented BOH culture.

What We’re Looking For (Please Read Carefully)

We’re seeking a proactive and highly organized kitchen leader with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset. This position is ideal for someone with excellent prep fundamentals who also enjoys problem-solving, mentoring, and maintaining structure in a dynamic kitchen setting.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of BOH leadership experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong prep, organizational, and sanitation skills.
• Experience leading or managing a kitchen team.
• Familiarity with prep tracking systems, inventory, and ordering.
• Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented work style.
• California Food Handler’s Card required.
• Availability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time

What We Offer

• Health Benefits for full-time employees.
• 401k with a 4% match after 6 months of employment.
• Substantial growth opportunities within an expanding company.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Horsefeather Palo Alto is an extension of the original Horsefeather, offering a full-scale restaurant experience. Our space is designed to be comfortable and welcoming, with a focus on high-quality cocktails, a dynamic food program, and an environment that feels effortlessly stylish yet approachable. We serve lunch and dinner every night, along with brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The menu is rooted in New American cuisine, incorporating diverse influences to create dishes that are both familiar and exciting.

Pay: $26 - $30 / hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount

Job Type: fulltime

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site

Palo Alto, CA. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94301