Job Description

This role is posted for Urban Kitchen in Burlingame, CA.

Company Overview

Urban Kitchen is a modern American comfort food restaurant focused on quality,

consistency, and great guest experiences. We combine classic flavors with a fresh,

approachable concept in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. We are looking for a long-

term leader who takes pride in food, people, and execution.

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Executive Chef / Restaurant Manager to take full ownership of

daily restaurant operations at Urban Kitchen. This role is ideal for a culinary leader who is

comfortable managing the kitchen, overseeing front-of-house flow, and leading the team

during busy service. This is a long-term leadership position for someone looking to grow

with the company. Ownership will handle administrative and paperwork responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Full ownership of kitchen operations and food production

Maintain and improve food quality, consistency, and presentation

Develop new menu items and bring fresh ideas

Implement and maintain recipe books and prep standards

Work in production and on the line when necessary

Lead and support both BOH and FOH during rush hours

Oversee ordering, receiving, inventory, and food cost control

Ensure cleaning, sanitizing, and food safety standards are followed

Plan, organize, and execute catering orders

Support front-of-house operations when needed

Build, motivate, and lead a strong, positive team culture

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience in similar restaurants (fast casual, American comfort

food, or high-volume concepts)

Strong culinary background at an executive chef or senior kitchen leadership level

Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and lead teams

Energetic, professional, presentable, and calm under pressure

Strong communication and organizational skills

Flexible availability based on business needs, including long or varied hours

Seeking a long-term commitment and stability

Schedule

Schedule is based on business needs and may include early mornings, late shifts, weekends,

and holidays.

We're a local bay area brand. We strongly believe that fresh food made in-house using only the finest ingredients just tastes better. We prepare our dishes using only EVOO, fresh herbs and spices and slow roast our naturally-raised meats rotisserie style. We assure you that every bite will be as tasty as it is nutritious.

Job Tags

Full time, Casual work, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Early shift,

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