Kitchen Manager

Barrio New England • Portsmouth, NH

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About The Position

We’re looking for a hands-on, motivated Kitchen Manager to lead our Back of House team in a fast-paced, casual full-service restaurant. If you thrive in a high-volume environment, take pride in building strong teams, and are passionate about delivering consistently great food—we want to meet you. High-volume BOH management experience is strongly preferred, but we’re willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates leadership potential, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• BOH leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations and food safety standards
• Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Organized, dependable, and solutions-oriented
• Comfortable working evenings and late nights

Nice To Haves

• High-volume BOH management experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily BOH operations
• Oversee food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Train, coach, and develop kitchen staff
• Create and manage schedules (flexibility required; late nights included)
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and health standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls
• Work closely with FOH leadership to ensure smooth service

Benefits

• Approximately 45 hours per week
• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Growth opportunities within a stable, team-oriented environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed