Kitchen Manager at Copeland's of New Orleans in JEFFERSON, LA

Apply Description Work for a 2026 Best of Jefferson Parish award-winning team! Copeland’s of New Orleans proudly earned Gold for Best All-Around Restaurant and Best Brunch, along with Silver for Best Happy Hour and Best Catering. Join a team that’s recognized for delivering exceptional food and hospitality every day. Flavor You Can Feel. Roots You Can Trust. Since 1983, Copeland’s has been more than a restaurant — it's a family-run legacy built on passion, pride, and integrity. We craft made-from-scratch dishes using the freshest local ingredients, and we execute at a high level every single day. We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager who excels in a fast-paced, high-volume, full-service environment and understands that great food begins with strong systems, disciplined execution, and well-developed personnel. A Copeland’s Kitchen Manager is a hands-on culinary leader who drives food quality, cost control, kitchen culture, and operational excellence. They are a role model of our core values and build strong, accountable teams that take pride in every plate. Perks of being a Copeland’s Manager: · Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance · Basic Life Insurance · Short- and Long-Term Disability · Supplemental Insurance (Accidental and Critical Illness) · Competitive Pay · Bonus Potential · Retirement Plan · Paid Vacation · Employee celebrations & recognition! Daily Responsibilities: · Upholding and enforcing all Copeland’s recipes, specs, systems, and food standards · Managing food cost, inventory levels, ordering, and waste control · Driving labor efficiency through smart scheduling and productivity management · Leading kitchen shifts with urgency, organization, and attention to detail · Training, developing, and retaining BOH team members · Maintaining food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards at the highest level · Partnering with the General Manager to hit financial and operational goals · Ensuring every guest receives consistently high-quality food Great Skills to have: · 2+ years of Kitchen Management experience in a full-service restaurant · Proven ability to manage food cost and labor cost · Experience with inventory systems, prep planning, and forecasting · Strong leadership presence in high-volume environments · Experience in training and developing line cooks and prep teams · Proficiency in basic reporting and restaurant systems If you're a dynamic leader with a love for great food and exceptional service, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career and join us as we redefine casual dining.