BOH Manager (includes hands on cooking and prep)

About the Role

93 Octane Brewery - Elmhurst isseeking a hands-on, energetic, and detail-oriented Back of the House/Kitchen Manager/ Chef to lead our back-of-house operations. You will oversee daily kitchen workflows, maintain rigorous food safety standards, and manage inventory to drive both quality and profitability. The ideal candidate balances team leadership with strong operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision: Manage, train, and mentor line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashing staff.
• Operations: Coordinate daily food preparation, cooking, plating, and line efficiency.
• Inventory & Ordering: Monitor stock levels, handle vendor orders, receive deliveries, and minimize food waste.
• Cost Control: Track food and labor costs, enforce portion control, and optimize operational budgets.
• Safety & Sanitation: Ensure full compliance with health department regulations, ServSafe standards, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Scheduling: Build weekly staff schedules that align with labor targets and business volume.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of kitchen leadership in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Certifications: Active food safety certification (such as ServSafe Food Manager Certification) preferred or able to pass the course.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

93 Octane Brewery came about from a love of Craft Beer and wanting to make something exceptional for Family and Friends to enjoy. Our goal is to make great Beer, period. We hope to accomplish this by having our dedicated Crew put in the hard work needed to produce the highest quality ales and lagers while also having fun in the process. We hope to see you at our Tap Room enjoying our pride and joy with us. Cheers!