Kitchen Manager

Hillstone Restaurant Group

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Hackensack, NJ, us on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted September 2, 2025 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Manager to join our dynamic team at Hillstone. As a part of our management, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence and ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.

Newly selected managers will receive 8 weeks of rotational training on-site.

Salary: $100,000-$110,000

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver top-quality dishes.
  • Lead and motivate a team of culinary professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance and development
  • Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring all products meet our high standards of taste and presentation.
  • Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage food costs to maintain budgetary targets while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness.
  • Implement and enforce health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all staff members.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant environment
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team
  • In-depth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
  • Effective communication skills to liaise with team members, executive chef, and other departments
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

 

If you are passionate about culinary excellence, possess strong leadership abilities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to join our team.


To learn more, visit our website, or read a featured profiles in Bon Appetit magazine and the NY Times:

 http://www.hillstone.com/press/bonappetit

 https://hillstone.com/employment/NYTimesAug2024.pdf.

 

Benefits:

  • paid vacation
  • free meals at Hillstone-owned restaurants
  • a comprehensive medical and dental plan.

Relocation flexibility is necessary - All potential locations are listed on the website. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Hillstone Restaurant Group confirms each employee’s identity and authorization to work by participating in E-Verify.

About this role

Summary

Oversee kitchen operations, lead staff, manage food quality, costs, and safety standards in a fast-paced environment

Job title

Kitchen Manager

Experience level

proven experience in hospitality or similar role

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Hackensack, NJ, US, remote work not specified

Salary

$100,000-$110,000

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food safety regulationsleadershiporganizational skillsfood preparationinventory management

Preferred skills

cooking techniquesbudgetingcommunication

Specializations

culinary managementfood safetykitchen operationsteam leadership
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hackensack, NJ, USA

On-site City