Kitchen Manager / General Manager - LeeAngelo's Aurora

Job Description Job Description 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. ⸻ 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 ⸻ 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 ⸻ 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 ⸻ 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. ⸻ Schedule • Full-time • Must be available nights and weekends ⸻ Pay: From $55,000 per year + KPI bonuses Company Description 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! Company Description 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 .​\r\n\r\nOur 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 .​\r\n\r\nAt 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!