Lead BOH Kitchen Manager: Quality, Cost & Team

Tacoria - Jersey City; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tacoria - Jersey City is seeking a BOH Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, ensure food quality, safety, and efficiency, and lead kitchen staff. You will manage inventory, costs, and coordinate with FOH management to deliver smooth service.

The role requires 3–5 years of kitchen leadership, knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of kitchen experience, including leadership or management (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Leadership and team development skills.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers.
• Create schedules and manage labor to meet business needs.
• Lead by example during service, maintaining a calm and organized kitchen.
• Coach staff on technique, consistency, and food safety.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality, portion, and presentation standards.
• Maintain consistency in recipes and cooking procedures.
• Conduct regular line checks and tastings.
• Oversee final food presentation.
• Manage food inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Control food costs, waste, and portioning.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and track usage trends.
• Ensure proper storage and rotation (FIFO methods).
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Ensure compliance with local health department standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen.
• Train staff on food handling and safety procedures.
• Oversee prep lists and daily kitchen setup.
• Ensure efficient ticket flow and timely food production.
• Coordinate with FOH to manage service pace and special requests.
• Troubleshoot issues during service to prevent delays.
• Monitor kitchen KPIs (ticket times, waste, labor %).
• Maintain equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cost control

Food safety

Under pressure

Job description

Tacoria - Jersey City is seeking a BOH Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, ensure food quality, safety, and efficiency, and lead kitchen staff. You will manage inventory, costs, and coordinate with FOH management to deliver smooth service.

The role requires 3–5 years of kitchen leadership, knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.