Kitchen Manager

Dive Bar and Grille

Pittsburgh, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cost Control, FIFO, Food Presentation, Food Quality, Health Insurance, Inventory Management, Leadership, Operations, Order Management, People Management, Regulations, Restaurant, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Schedule Development, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Position Overview


We are seeking a hands-on, experienced Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations in a fast-paced, high-volume casual dining environment. This role is responsible for ensuring food quality, team performance, cleanliness, and cost control while maintaining a positive and efficient kitchen culture.


Key Responsibilities


  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service
  • Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance standards
  • Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and adherence to recipes
  • Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
  • Control food and labor costs to meet budget targets
  • Enforce health, safety, and sanitation standards at all times
  • Maintain proper food storage, rotation (FIFO), and waste control
  • Create and manage staff schedules based on business needs
  • Step in on the line as needed during peak volume
  • Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment
Qualifications


  • 2+ years of kitchen management or leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant
  • Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, prep systems, and line execution
  • Proven ability to manage food and labor costs
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • Knowledge of local health and safety regulations
  • Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer


  • Competitive hourly pay ($21–$25/hour)
  • Growth opportunities within a multi-unit operation
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Supportive and team-driven culture
Ideal Candidate


A motivated leader who leads by example, thrives under pressure, and takes pride in running a clean, efficient, and high-performing kitchen.

About the Company

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Dive Bar and Grille