KITCHEN MANAGER

Lead the Team. Own the Kitchen. Bring the Spinato’s Experience to Life!

Who We Are:

Spinato’s is a family-owned Arizona business that has been serving the Valley for over 40 years. Our mission is to enhance the lives of others through exceptional food, heartfelt

service, and a culture rooted in family, personal growth, community, and kindness. This is a hands-on leadership role. Kitchen Managers lead daily kitchen operations while working alongside their team, maintaining food quality and consistency, developing team members, managing food and labor costs, and ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen. They play a key role in bringing the Spinato’s Experience to life for both our guests and our team.

Compensation:

• Salary: $55,000–$70,000 annually
• Bonus Structure: Potential to earn an additional 20% of base salary!

Key Responsibilities:

• Open and close the kitchen based on schedule
• Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on teamwork and quality
• Manage ordering, receiving, and maintaining accurate par levels
• Oversee all prep production and execution, adjusting as needed to meet volume and quality standards
• Ensure precise and consistent execution of Spinato’s recipes and plating standards
• Hire, train, and develop Heart-of-House (HOH) team members and leads
• Support staffing needs and conduct second interviews alongside the GM
• Monitor and manage food and labor costs to meet financial targets
• Conduct performance evaluations and participate in disciplinary processes as needed
• Lead HOH meetings and ensure clear communication across teams
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen in line with sanitation standards
• Monitor and resolve HOH equipment issues promptly
• Oversee accurate HOH inventory procedures
• Uphold mystery shop standards in the kitchen
• Lead by example through teaching, coaching, and delegation
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and personal growth within the team

 

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of restaurant management or supervisory experience
• ServSafe Certification required
• Strong understanding of food prep, kitchen procedures, and safety standards
• Working knowledge of labor and food cost control, sales tracking, and P&L
• Ability to lead all kitchen stations and fill in when needed
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to coach and mentor effectively
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working on your feet for extended periods
• Organized, even-tempered, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Skilled communicator with a positive and collaborative attitude
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining quality standards
• Proactive in addressing conflict and finding productive solutions

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation & Sick Time  
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• 401k with 100% company match up to 4%
• Paid health insurance: 75%-85% medical and 100% dental & vision
• Annual Employee Reimbursements up to $600

 

Ready to Join the Spinato’s Family?

If you’re an experienced kitchen leader who is passionate about great food, thrives in a hands-on environment, and loves developing a strong team, we want to hear from you! If you take pride in quality, consistency, and creating an exceptional experience for both guests and team members, apply today to be considered for our Kitchen Manager position.

Ken and Elaine Spinato opened their first pizzeria after moving from Chicago to Phoenix with their infant daughter Nicole in 1974. Within a year, their son Anthony was born. Over the next 40 years, Spinato's grew through word-of-mouth thanks to our authentic Italian flavors and family atmosphere. Every guest was (and still is) treated like a member of the family, focusing on the guest to provide the food and the ambiance that inspired a family legacy.

Salary

$55000.00 - $70000.00 per year

Benefits

Bonus pay, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, 401(k), 401(k) matching, Employee discount, Paid training, Other

Job Type

Full time