Kitchen Manager / General Manager - LeeAngelo's Aurora

Job Summary

The Kitchen Manager / General Manager will oversee daily operations of the restaurant and kitchen while maintaining operational excellence, profitability, and brand standards. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires a team to perform at a high level, and drives innovation through menu development and cost control.

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Compensation & Benefits

    •    Base Salary: $55,000 per year

    •    Bonuses: KPI performance bonuses based on food cost, labor, and sales metrics

    •    Benefits:

    •    Paid time off

    •    Employee meal discounts

    •    Leadership development and mentorship directly from ownership

    •    Growth opportunities across multiple locations

    •    Creative input in menu and operational decisions

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Responsibilities

    •    Lead and manage all day-to-day kitchen and front-of-house operations

    •    Develop and launch profitable, innovative menu items that add value and excitement

    •    Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships

    •    Maintain labor, food, and disposable costs within KPI targets

    •    Train, coach, and mentor staff to uphold LeeAngelo’s standards

    •    Monitor sales and cost reports to improve efficiency and profitability

    •    Ensure consistent food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction

    •    Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

    •    Collaborate with ownership and operations to continuously refine systems and culture

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Qualifications

    •    Minimum 3 years of experience in restaurant or kitchen management

    •    Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to motivate and inspire

    •    Deep understanding of food costing, prep systems, and operational efficiency

    •    Passion for hospitality, innovation, and developing teams

    •    Experience managing P&L performance and hitting KPIs

    •    Proficient in POS systems, scheduling software, and reporting tools

    •    Reliable, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure

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Who You Are

You’re not just managing shifts — you’re leading a business within a business. You take pride in running an efficient operation, developing your people, and creating great guest experiences. You love finding new ways to win, whether that’s through a smarter system, a stronger team, or a more exciting menu item.

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Schedule

    •    Full-time

    •    Must be available nights and weekends

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Pay:

From $55,000 per year + KPI bonuses

Founded in 2011, LeeAngelo's is a family-owned pizzeria and restaurant with locations in Aurora and Kent, Ohio. We pride ourselves on crafting delicious meals from scratch daily, using fresh dough and high-quality ingredients to create gourmet pizzas, hearty subs, crisp salads, and more .​

Our commitment to the community is at the heart of our operations. We believe in giving back, pledging a portion of every transaction towards local initiatives, with a goal of donating over $50,000 annually to support the communities we serve . This dedication was exemplified during the COVID-19 pandemic when we provided over 7,000 free meals to children in need .​

At LeeAngelo's, we foster a culture of love and gratitude, both within our team and in our interactions with customers. Join us in our mission to serve great food and make a positive impact in the community!