About the Role
SweetBeats Sports & Soulfood Karaoke Bar in Akron, OH is looking for an experienced and dependable Head Cook / Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house team. This role combines hands-on cooking with kitchen management — you’ll set the standard for food quality, consistency, and safety while also handling scheduling, ordering, and staff development. It’s a leadership position for someone who loves soul food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and wants to help grow a family-oriented business.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook signature SweetBeats soul food dishes to consistent standards.
Lead, train, and support line cooks, prep cooks, and dish staff.
Supervise daily BOH operations during service to ensure smooth flow.
Maintain quality, presentation, and portion control for all menu items.
Handle scheduling, labor management, and staff performance.
Order food, manage inventory, and track food costs.
Ensure BOH cleanliness, organization, and compliance with health/safety codes.
Collaborate with ownership on specials, catering, and menu development.
Step in on the line during busy shifts to keep service on track.
About the Company
SweetBeats Sports & Soulfood Karaoke Bar is Akron’s home for good food, good music, and good vibes. We combine the comfort of soulful cooking with the excitement of live entertainment, karaoke, and community events. Our mission is to create unforgettable nights where guests can eat, sing, dance, and feel right at home. At SweetBeats, we treat our staff like family and believe in building a positive, energetic, and supportive workplace.