Kitchen Manager

The role: You’ll be responsible for setting up preparation systems, organizing the kitchen and training a small team to deliver consistent food and smooth service. You’ll lead daily preparation and service, kitchen scheduling, ordering, food-cost and waste control, and food safety, reporting to the General Manager and working directly with the founder to test dishes and refine recipes

What you’ll bring: You should have experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-casual or quality casual-dining setting, with strong preparation planning and cost-control skills. You’ll be responsible for training the team, maintaining standards and leading day-to-day preparation and service. We welcome experienced kitchen managers, as well as strong sous chefs or kitchen leads ready to take the next step.

What we offer: Up to $600 per month towards eligible health-insurance premiums, through our company reimbursement plan.10 paid vacation days plus four flexible paid holiday days, accrued through the year and subject to scheduling approval. Paid sick/protected leave is separate. A staff meal and one coffee per shift, from the designated staff menus, once the café opens. Company-paid NYC Food Protection Certificate course and examination, if needed. Certification is required before opening. The opening period The role requires flexibility, including weekend and holiday coverage. Opening will require additional hands-on time, including six-day working weeks during the busiest setup and training periods. We’ll review workload and support needs around three months after opening, based on how the team, systems and operation are developing.

Our team: We value quality, reliability and treating one another with respect.

Physical requirements: This role requires the ability to stand for extended periods, move quickly in a fast-paced environment, and perform tasks such as bending, reaching, and lifting items up to 25 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs. These requirements can be met with or without reasonable accommodations.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Bar Soleil is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. To apply: Send your résumé to raji@barsoleil.com and a brief note about your experience organizing preparation and training a kitchen team.