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About the role
ProAbition in Riverside, a staple of the local dining scene for 14 years, is seeking an energetic, hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen team. We specialize in American cuisine with heart, flavor, and a commitment to quality. If you're a kitchen leader who loves mentoring staff, crafting great menus, and delivering memorable guest experiences, we want you on our team.
What we offer
- Starting salary: $80,000-$85,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Staff meals and company events
- A collaborative, supportive work environment in a well-established, respected local venue
- Stability from 14 years of proven success in Riverside
What we're looking for
- Experience as a Kitchen Manager or Executive Sous Chef in a quality American kitchen
- Great attitude, strong leadership, and the ability to inspire a team
- Local or nearby residency in the Riverside area preferred
- Strong track record of food safety, quality, and consistency
- Ability to manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
- Excellent communication and a hands-on leadership style
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment and mentor a diverse team
- Spanish bilingual is a huge plus
Key responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen operations: prep, line, cooking, plating, quality control
- Manage schedules, staffing, training, and performance feedback
- Oversee food safety, sanitation, and HACCP compliance
- Develop and execute menus in collaboration with Executive Chef/ownership
- Monitor costs, waste, and inventory; optimize ordering and vendor partnerships
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure guest satisfaction
- Maintain consistency in portioning, presentation, and flavors
- Hire, train, and develop kitchen staff; foster a positive, inclusive culture
Ideal candidate traits
- Strong work ethic, punctuality, reliability
- Positive, solutions-focused attitude
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction
- Team player who leads by example
- Bilingual Spanish highly valued; clear communication with staff and guests is a plus
