Kitchen Manager – Montpelier

Lead with purpose. Cook with passion. Grow with us.

The Skinny Pancake in Montpelier is looking for a dynamic, hands‑on Kitchen Manager who’s excited about local food, community impact, and building a strong, positive kitchen culture. If you thrive in a kitchen environment, love developing people, and want to help shape the future of a mission‑driven restaurant, this Kitchen Manager role might be your next great step.

Why This Kitchen Manager Role Stands Out

We’re a growing, values‑driven company where leaders make a real difference. As our Kitchen Manager, you’ll guide a talented team, uphold high culinary standards, and bring our local‑food mission to life every day. Hospitality is a team sport here, so you’ll cross‑train across the restaurant and jump in wherever needed to keep service smooth and guests delighted.

If you’re looking to grow with an innovative, community‑minded company that values sustainability, creativity, and people, you’ll feel right at home.

Who We Are

We’re a culture‑focused, inclusive team committed to improving the quality of life for hospitality professionals. We’re expanding, evolving, and creating memorable experiences for our guests—while offering real opportunities for growth and development for every manager. We recognize hard work, reward strong performance, and are always excited to welcome exceptional talent.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years of varied restaurant experience, including cooking and supervisory roles
• Availability for 8–10 hour shifts between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., including weekends and holidays
• Ability to train, coach, and inspire a team
• Strong hospitality instincts and a passion for guest experience
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or equivalent) preferred
• Experience coordinating multiple made‑to‑order dishes while maintaining quality and timing

What You’ll Do

• Lead by example on the line while upholding our standards of excellence and hospitality
• Manage with honesty, compassion, and a strong work ethic
• Meet and exceed financial and profitability goals
• Coach and develop team members at every level
• Oversee food inventory, quality, and safety
• Handle scheduling and payroll in a timely manner
• Serve as Manager on Duty and collaborate with the Front of House team

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary: $55,000–$60,000, including BOH RevShare
• Opportunities for bonus incentive program
• Work‑life balance—we’ll help you build a schedule that supports both work and life
• Comprehensive training
• Daily shift meal
• 80 hours of accrued paid time off accessible after 6 months
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with employer contribution
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match, immediately vested
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account access
• CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) match program
• Virtual gym membership
• And more…

Join Us

The Skinny Pancake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military status, or veteran status.

• All benefits are subject to the employee handbook. Some travel may be required during the first 6–8 weeks for training.

If this sounds like the career move you've been looking for...Please join us and apply now!

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• On call
• Holidays
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Other

Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Other