Kitchen Manager — Casual Fine Dining | !!!!!Newport Beach, CA!!!!!!!

$70K–$75K + Bonus | Growth Path to Corporate Kitchen Manager

Are you ready to lead a kitchen that's already crushing it — and help take it even further?

We're an award-winning, $4M+ casual fine dining restaurant in Newport Beach, and we're looking for a Kitchen Manager who leads with heart, runs a tight kitchen, and is hungry to grow.

This isn't just a job — it's a seat at the table as we expand into new locations, with a clear path to a Corporate Kitchen Manager role overseeing multiple units.

If you love scratch cooking, thrive on building great teams, and want to be part of something bigger — keep reading.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Real, scratch-made food — premium ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, a kitchen that takes pride in every plate
• Growth, not a ceiling — this role is built to grow into a multi-unit Corporate Kitchen Manager position
• Work-life balance — open daily 4 PM–9 PM (weekends 10 AM–9 PM), with a 5-day work week
• Competitive pay — $70,000–$75,000 base, plus a strong bonus plan
• Medical allowance included
• A culture that has your back — collaborative GM and FOH partnership, positive kitchen culture, award-winning team

What You'll Own

• Run daily kitchen operations and keep food quality consistently excellent
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing kitchen crew
• Partner closely with the GM and FOH team for seamless, guest-first service
• Control food costs, manage inventory, and keep product rotation tight
• Keep equipment, facilities, and grounds running smoothly
• Stay sharp on OSHA, health & safety, and employment law compliance
• Own your P&L — smart cost control, inventory management, and labor optimization
• Coach your team through evaluations, scheduling, and ongoing development
• Champion food safety and a guest-obsessed dining experience

What You Bring

• Proven track record managing kitchen operations and food costs
• A natural at building, training, and developing strong teams
• Deep knowledge of kitchen management and sanitation best practices
• Sharp inventory management and scheduling skills
• Strong communication and leadership presence
• Comfortable with Toast POS and kitchen touchscreen systems
• Energy, passion, and a genuine drive to deliver exceptional guest experiences

About Us

9 Hospitality is a boutique consulting and management firm placing top-tier hospitality talent in leading roles nationwide. We don't just fill jobs — we build careers. Check out our reviews and see why hospitality leaders trust us.

Ready to lead a kitchen — and a career — that's going places?

Ernest Scalzi, Founder, 9 Hospitality

Hard working, and loves this business. Be the face of our restaurant and work with our wonderful management team.