Kitchen Manager Job at Modern Stone Age, Chestertown, MD

dkVuQWNHYkJsR3R1dm1hZzEvbDFyYUxXQXc9PQ==
  • Modern Stone Age
  • Chestertown, MD

Job Description

Job description:

The Modern Stone Age Kitchen is a scratch-made restaurant, sourdough bakery, and coffee shop located in historic Chestertown, Maryland. We transform familiar foods into their healthiest versions using ancestral and traditional techniques - from wild sourdough fermentation and nose-to-tail butchery to nixtamalization and fermented dairy. Our goal is simple: to reconnect people with real food, prepared the way it’s meant to be.

We are looking for a  Kitchen Manager  to lead our talented back-of-house team and carry forward our mission of nourishing, ethical, and sustainable food. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing, purpose-driven restaurant with national recognition and a deeply loyal community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all kitchen operations at 236 Cannon Street, including prep, production, service, and sanitation
  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of cooks, apprentices, and interns
  • Maintain consistency, quality, and adherence to the Modern Stone Age philosophy
  • Collaborate with Dr. Bill Schindler on menu development grounded in ethnographic food research
  • Manage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships with local farms and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace standards
  • Track and optimize food cost, portioning, and waste
  • Support a positive, educational, and collaborative kitchen culture
  • Work alongside ownership to refine systems, processes, and workflow for efficiency and growth

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef in a high-quality, scratch kitchen
  • Strong leadership and communication skills; comfortable training and motivating staff
  • Passion for real food, fermentation, local sourcing, and traditional food preparation
  • Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and maintain consistent production standards
  • ServSafe certification preferred (or ability to obtain)
  • Positive, adaptable attitude with a desire to grow in a mission-driven environment

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Tips and bonus potential
  • Two weeks paid vacation
  • Monthly food benefit
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunities for continued education through the Modern Stone Age Food Lab

About Us

Modern Stone Age Kitchen is part of the Modern Stone Age ecosystem, which includes The Kitchen (for-profit), The Food Lab (nonprofit education and research center), The Market, and The Sanctuary (B&B). Founded by Dr. Bill and Christina Schindler, our mission is to help people “Eat Like a Human” - reconnecting with food through connection, community, and ancestral wisdom.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Relocation assistance

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

  • Chestertown, MD 21620 (Required)
  • Relocation assistance provided

Job Tags

Full time, Apprenticeship, Local area, Relocation, Relocation package, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

Similar Jobs

The Post Oak Hotel

Spa Massage Therapist Job at The Post Oak Hotel

Overview: The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Massage Therapist to join the only double Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. We hire passionate and professional colleagues who genuinely delight our guests through curated and authentic experiences. The Massage Therapist... 

C. Winchell Agency, Inc.

Recruiter Job at C. Winchell Agency, Inc.

Hiring for a Recruiter in the Property and Casualty Insurance 100% IN OFFICE Position located in the POCONOS PA Looking for gratification and appreciation in your HR Career? We are looking for a self-motivated, money driven Recruiter ideally with some Insurance...

IntagHire

Dotnet Developer - Onsite, No C2C Job at IntagHire

 ...Job Title: .NET Developer Location: Chandler, Arizona Job Overview: Our client is a leading health solutions and care delivery organization. We are seeking a .NET Developer to team up on development and testing efforts in a full-stack capacity. This position requires... 

Rise Technical

Lead Controls Engineer Job at Rise Technical

 ...all suitable candidates. Controls Engineer, Lead Controls Engineer, Senior Controls Engineer, Controls, Control Panels, Electrical, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Design, PLC, PLC Programming, PLC Troubleshooting, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schematics, Mequon, Wisconsin.

DAILYLOOK

Associate Planner Job at DAILYLOOK

 ...for the Position~ Bachelors degree is required. (Merchandising / Business preferred)~01 year of experience in merchandise planning, data analysis, or related field (internships and academic projects welcome).~ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite...