Hands-On Kitchen Manager: Lead BOH, Train & Optimize

Mis en Place; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick days

401(k)

Employee dining perks

Referral program

Job summary

Mis en Place in Philadelphia is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead BOH operations at a busy brewery restaurant. You will manage ordering, receiving, inventory, scheduling, labor and food costs, sanitation, and kitchen organization to ensure consistent execution.

The role requires setting clear standards, coaching staff, and staying engaged during service, including expo and line work when needed. This is a full-time, on-site position in Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience with ordering, receiving, inventory, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and hands-on service leadership.
• Food safety knowledge and ability to maintain sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day BOH operations.
• Maintain, evaluate, and improve kitchen systems and procedures.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy, quality, quantity, and proper handling.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and organized storage systems.
• Hire, onboard, train, coach, schedule, and develop BOH employees.
• Establish clear standards and follow through on accountability.
• Lead service from the kitchen, including expo and line support.

Job description

Mis en Place in Philadelphia is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead BOH operations at a busy brewery restaurant. You will manage ordering, receiving, inventory, scheduling, labor and food costs, sanitation, and kitchen organization to ensure consistent execution.

The role requires setting clear standards, coaching staff, and staying engaged during service, including expo and line work when needed. This is a full-time, on-site position in Philadelphia.