Tapas Kitchen Manager: Lead, Quality, & Cost Control

Bocado Tapas; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bocado Tapas in Barrington, IL is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily back-of-house operations, ensure consistent quality, and train a skilled team in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. In collaboration with the General Manager, you will implement recipes, systems, and standards while managing inventory, labor costs, and food-safety compliance to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

If you bring at least three years of leadership in a full-service setting and a passion for

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible kitchen experience with leadership or supervisory duties.
• Experience in full-service, high-volume, or fast-paced restaurant environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food prep, inventory, purchasing, labor management, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, including preparation, production, service, and closing procedures.
• Maintain standards for food quality, taste, presentation, portion size, and consistency.
• Ensure recipes and plating specifications are followed.
• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and supervise kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Inventory & purchasing

Cost control

Team training

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Bocado Tapas in Barrington, IL is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to lead daily back-of-house operations, ensure consistent quality, and train a skilled team in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. In collaboration with the General Manager, you will implement recipes, systems, and standards while managing inventory, labor costs, and food-safety compliance to deliver an outstanding guest experience.

If you bring at least three years of leadership in a full-service setting and a passion for