Experienced Kitchen Manager

Experienced Kitchen Manager Over the Bar Cafe Hastings Bridgeville, PA Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $60,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Vendor relationship building Safety standards in production Materials management in food and beverage Food ordering Food safety

Full Job Description Benefits:

Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Vision insurance About the

Role:

Join Over the Bar Cafe Hastings as an Experienced Kitchen Manager, where your culinary expertise will shine in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. We are looking for a passionate leader to elevate our kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences to our guests.

About Us:

OTB Bicycle Café is a fast-paced, community-focused and family friendly restaurant. We pride ourselves on quality ingredients, efficient service, and a team-oriented environment. We're looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager who can lead our kitchen team, maintain high food standards, and keep operations running smoothly.

Position Overview:

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, managing kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency, maintaining inventory, and upholding health and safety standards. This role requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to thrive in a busy restaurant environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage and lead kitchen staff including line cooks, prep cooks, expeditors, and dish staff Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure efficient food production Maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards Manage food ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships Control food costs and minimize waste Ensure compliance with health department and food safety regulations Train and mentor kitchen staff Coordinate with front-of-house management to ensure smooth service Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas

Qualifications:

3+ years of kitchen management or supervisory experience Strong leadership and team management skills Ability to work in a high-volume restaurant environment Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards Experience with ordering and inventory control Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain) Experience in scratch kitchens or high-quality casual dining

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate or salary based on experience Opportunity to lead and grow with a locally owned restaurant with multiple locations Supportive, team-oriented environment Employee discounts on food and drinks Health Care plus dental and vision insurance Annual bonus opportunity