BOH Kitchen Lead — Fast-Paced, Guest-Focused

Puttery; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Puttery, a modern entertainment venue in Pittsburgh, seeks a BOH Lead to manage daily kitchen operations and uphold recipe standards. You’ll open/close shifts, supervise line checks, and support management and staff while ensuring guest satisfaction.

You will foster a positive kitchen atmosphere, supervise culinary teams when senior chefs are absent, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to deliver exceptional experiences in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Work extended hours as required during busy periods.
• Work with minimal supervision and take initiative.
• Assist the Executive Chef in general kitchen operations.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Build strong working relationships with staff and other Drive Shack/ Puttery teams.
• Maintain organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Supervise food preparation and ensure strict food hygiene compliance.
• Promote safety and sanitation across kitchen operations.
• Show knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Demonstrate prior leadership with proven kitchen and staff management experience.
• Maintain accuracy and speed in handling on-the-fly situations with hospitality focus.
• Familiarity with MS Office, inventory software, and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily culinary operations and deliver a standout food experience for guests.
• Follow culinary standards and training guidelines.
• Recognize staff contributions and show appreciation for the team.
• Escalate issues related to staff, guests, and the kitchen.
• Demonstrate cooking and plating skills while ensuring safe, inspiring dishes.
• Ensure all products meet high standards before service.
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive kitchen environment.
• Assist General Manager and Executive Chef with additional projects as needed.
• Support leadership on major initiatives as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Staff leadership

Adaptability

Tools

MS Office

Inventory software

Point of Sale systems

Job description

Puttery, a modern entertainment venue in Pittsburgh, seeks a BOH Lead to manage daily kitchen operations and uphold recipe standards. You’ll open/close shifts, supervise line checks, and support management and staff while ensuring guest satisfaction.

You will foster a positive kitchen atmosphere, supervise culinary teams when senior chefs are absent, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to deliver exceptional experiences in a fast-paced setting.