Kitchen Manager

About Us Suser Restaurant Group is comprised of Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall, located in the lakes area of Oakland County. We invite you to join our talented team that is committed to providing amazing food and service to our guests — whom we treat like family.

The Role The Kitchen Manager is a key leader within Suser Restaurant Group, responsible for overseeing all back of house operations and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and cleanliness across our kitchens. This role requires a hands-on leader who leads by example, develops their team, and takes ownership of the kitchen from prep through service. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, committed to excellence, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily back of house operations, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service throughout every shift

Lead, coach, train, and develop the kitchen team, creating an environment where hard work, growth, and achievement are recognized and rewarded

Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all menu items

Ensure all health code requirements, food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and company policies are followed at all times

Manage food and labor costs, monitoring waste, controlling portions, and maximizing efficiency without compromising quality

Create and manage prep lists, line schedules, and station assignments to ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for every service

Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management, building strong relationships with vendors and ensuring the freshest ingredients are always on hand

Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, seasonal specials, and new item rollouts

Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment, reporting any issues promptly and ensuring proper preventative maintenance is performed

Manage kitchen staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage while controlling labor costs

Conduct regular line checks before service to ensure all stations are properly stocked, organized, and ready

Enforce proper food rotation, labeling, and storage procedures at all times

Recruit, interview, and onboard new kitchen team members as needed

Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the values of Suser Restaurant Group

What We're Looking For

2-3 years of kitchen management or chef experience in a full-service restaurant environment

Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate a kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Strong knowledge of cooking methods, techniques, ingredients, and equipment

Solid understanding of food and labor cost management, inventory control, and ordering

Current knowledge of food safety regulations, health codes, and sanitation best practices

ServSafe certification preferred

Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills

Ability to work with a high degree of independence and make sound decisions under pressure

Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly

Passion for food, hospitality, and developing the next generation of culinary talent

We Offer

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Real opportunities for growth and advancement

A supportive team culture built on respect, accountability, and collaboration

This Is More Than a Job. It's an opportunity to lead a kitchen you're proud of — developing talented cooks, putting out exceptional food, and building a team culture that shows in every dish. At Suser Restaurant Group, great leaders are given the tools, support, and autonomy to make a real impact. If you're ready to take ownership of the kitchen and grow with a team that genuinely loves what they do, we want to hear from you. Join us at Sparkies Kitchen & Bar, Stella's Table, and Union 212 Banquet Hall — apply today!