Kitchen Team Lead: Coach, Streamline Ops & Quality

Pura Vida Miami Llc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental &

PTO

Discounted Meals

Growth Opportunities

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily food preparation and supervise kitchen staff in New York. You will ensure quality, consistency, and safety across all menu items while maintaining a fast, customer‑focused service.

You will work with the Kitchen Manager to optimize operations, control costs, and train your team, promoting a positive, collaborative work environment within our wholesome lifestyle brand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant, or dining service setting.
• Food Handler certification or local equivalent is preferred.
• Certification from a culinary school or degree in restaurant management is a plus.
• Comfortable using computer and POS software, and managing inventory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen personnel and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Observe and evaluate staff performance and provide coaching.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with recruitment, promotion, and personnel development.
• Collaborate to streamline kitchen operations and control food costs.
• Provide product feedback and ensure new menu items meet quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Food safety

Kitchen operations

Communication

Time management

Education

Culinary degree

Restaurant management degree

Tools

Point-of-sale software

Computer literacy

Job description

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Manager to lead daily food preparation and supervise kitchen staff in New York. You will ensure quality, consistency, and safety across all menu items while maintaining a fast, customer‑focused service.

You will work with the Kitchen Manager to optimize operations, control costs, and train your team, promoting a positive, collaborative work environment within our wholesome lifestyle brand.