Kitchen Manager - Texas Roadhouse, Portage, MI

Join the Legendary Texas Roadhouse Team!

Texas Roadhouse in Portage, MI is seeking an experienced and energetic Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. If you're passionate about serving up hand-cut steaks, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and made-from-scratch sides in a high-energy environment, we want to hear from you!

About Texas Roadhouse

Texas Roadhouse is an award-winning casual dining concept known for our legendary food, from-scratch kitchen, and fun, high-energy atmosphere. We take pride in our commitment to quality - from hand-cutting our steaks daily to baking fresh bread and preparing sides from scratch. Our culture is built on operational excellence, teamwork, and creating an experience guests can't wait to return to.

The Opportunity

As Kitchen Manager, you'll be a key leader in our restaurant, overseeing all back-of-house operations and ensuring every plate meets our legendary standards. You'll lead a passionate kitchen team in a fast-paced environment where quality, consistency, and teamwork are everything.

New hires will complete our comprehensive 17-week training program, designed to set you up for success by teaching you the Texas Roadhouse way from the ground up.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and consistency
• Supervise, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain Texas Roadhouse standards
• Manage food costs, inventory, ordering, and waste control
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and Texas Roadhouse policies
• Maintain proper food preparation and cooking techniques for all menu items
• Monitor kitchen equipment and coordinate maintenance as needed
• Work closely with Front of House management to ensure seamless service
• Control labor costs while maintaining appropriate staffing levels
• Handle high-volume service periods with speed and precision
• Foster a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture
• Uphold Texas Roadhouse's commitment to made-from-scratch cooking
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 2+ years of kitchen management experience in high-volume, casual dining or similar environment
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop kitchen teams
• Food Safety Knowledge: ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification (or ability to obtain)
• Scratch Cooking: Experience with from-scratch food preparation and cooking techniques
• High-Volume Expertise: Ability to thrive during busy service periods while maintaining quality
• Operational Excellence: Strong understanding of food costs, inventory management, and P&L
• Team Player: Collaborative mindset and ability to work with FOH management
• Flexibility: Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Commitment to Training: Willingness to complete our 17-week comprehensive training program
• Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for great food and hospitality

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation Package:

• Base salary: $50,000 - $55,000 annually
• Bonus potential up to $70,000 with performance incentives
• Quarterly bonus opportunities based on restaurant performance

Comprehensive Training & Development:

• 17-week paid training program to ensure your success
• Hands-on learning of Texas Roadhouse systems, standards, and culture
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation time
• Flexible scheduling
• Dining discounts
• Career advancement opportunities with a growing brand
• Fun, high-energy work environment

Why Texas Roadhouse?

• Be part of an award-winning, nationally recognized brand
• Work in a from-scratch kitchen with quality ingredients
• Receive thorough training to set you up for long-term success
• Lead a team that takes pride in what they do
• Advancement opportunities within a growing company
• Culture built on respect, teamwork, and fun

Ready to Lead the Kitchen?

If you're a passionate kitchen leader ready to be part of the Texas Roadhouse legend, we want to meet you!