Chef Operator: Lead a Scratched-Kitchen Team & Growth

Dig Inn; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Job summary

Dig Inn in the United States seeks a Chef Operator to lead a scratch-based kitchen, train and mentor a growing team, and drive culinary excellence with a strong operations focus.

As first in command in a brigade-style operation, you will manage PnL, control costs, ensure DOH compliance, oversee front-of-house and back-of-house, and collaborate with leadership to implement new initiatives and grow the business.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum kitchen/operational restaurant management experience.
• Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in when needed.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with restaurant costing and inventory software.
• DOH/ServSafe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee entire restaurant operation with PnL responsibilities including food cost, labor, guest experience, and top-line sales.
• Collaborate with QA processes and translate guest feedback into actionable insights.
• Launch new initiatives and manage launches while fostering entrepreneurial spirit.
• Monitor operations to ensure culinary and DOH standards are followed.
• Troubleshoot technology, systems, and offsite ordering platforms.
• Act as the face of hospitality with guests and delivery partners; train concierge roles.
• Document employee relations conversations and escalate to HR.
• Recruit, interview, and onboard culinarians for the restaurant.
• Develop succession plans with Field Leadership.
• Communicate daily updates and conduct pre-shifts and chef’s tables.
• Uphold Dig's anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Team development

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Digital ordering systems

Job description

Dig Inn in the United States seeks a Chef Operator to lead a scratch-based kitchen, train and mentor a growing team, and drive culinary excellence with a strong operations focus.

As first in command in a brigade-style operation, you will manage PnL, control costs, ensure DOH compliance, oversee front-of-house and back-of-house, and collaborate with leadership to implement new initiatives and grow the business.