*NEW* Kitchen/Back of House Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Perdido Key, Florida | Full-Time
Salary: $55,000–$60,000 DOE

Are you a hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? We are seeking an experienced and motivated  Kitchen / Back of House Manager to join a locally loved waterfront restaurant in beautiful Perdido Key, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a laid-back coastal atmosphere while leading a high-energy kitchen team focused on great food, exceptional service, and a positive workplace culture.

Our restaurant offers stunning waterfront views, outdoor dining, and a fun, team-driven environment.

Position Overview

Position Summary
The Kitchen / Back of House (BOH) Manager is responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, maintaining food safety standards, managing inventory and labor costs, and leading a team of kitchen staff in a fast-paced waterfront restaurant environment. This role is critical in delivering a consistent guest experience while fostering a positive and efficient kitchen culture. This Company emphasizes fresh ingredients, scratch-made items, consistency, cleanliness, and strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead all back-of-house staff in daily operations
• Create and manage employee schedules to ensure proper staffing levels
• Maintain organization, efficiency, and communication within the kitchen
• Oversee food quality, consistency, and timely execution during service
• Assist with expo operations and support line cooks during peak hours
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff while promoting accountability
• Handle employee issues, difficult situations, and operational challenges professionally
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and health code compliance standards
• Help foster a positive, team-oriented work environment
• Coordinate with ownership and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operations
• Monitor labor efficiency and assist with overall kitchen management responsibilities

Qualifications

• Previous scratch kitchen restaurant management experience, required at 2-3 year's experience in this field
• Experience with scheduling and staff supervision required
• Strong leadership and conflict-resolution skills
• Cooking and expo experience preferred
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
• Team-player mentality with a hands-on leadership style
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to motivate staff and maintain high standards during busy shifts

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience ($55K–$60K)
• Outdoor restaurant atmosphere with a strong local following
• Supportive ownership and team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing restaurant operation

Additional Requirements

• Background check required
• Drug screening required

If you are a motivated restaurant professional looking for an opportunity to lead a team in one of the Gulf Coast’s most beautiful locations, we’d love to hear from you.!

TEL Staffing complies with regulations enforced by the EEOC. TEL Staffing is a drug-free workplace. Company Description

TEL Staffing & HR, or TEL (pronounced ‘tell’), is the leading full-service PEO (Professional Employer Organization) on the Gulf Coast today.

TEL Staffing specializes in matching individuals with quality Employers. We take your skills, passion, and goals into account, in order to find you rewarding and challenging opportunities.

For over 15 years, TEL Staffing & HR has helped hundreds of hard-working business owners simplify their lives and maximize their profits by providing them with the very best in human resource (HR) solutions, workers' compensation insurance protection, payroll, and tax processing services.

We also provide our customers with the ‘right fit’ when it comes to health care, employee benefits, life insurance, supplemental insurance, professional staffing solutions, and financial investment strategies through our personalized care and world-class strategic partnerships.

Company Description

TEL Staffing & HR, or TEL (pronounced ‘tell’), is the leading full-service PEO (Professional Employer Organization) on the Gulf Coast today.\r\n\r\nTEL Staffing specializes in matching individuals with quality Employers. We take your skills, passion, and goals into account, in order to find you rewarding and challenging opportunities. \r\n\r\nFor over 15 years, TEL Staffing & HR has helped hundreds of hard-working business owners simplify their lives and maximize their profits by providing them with the very best in human resource (HR) solutions, workers' compensation insurance protection, payroll, and tax processing services.\r\n\r\nWe also provide our customers with the ‘right fit’ when it comes to health care, employee benefits, life insurance, supplemental insurance, professional staffing solutions, and financial investment strategies through our personalized care and world-class strategic partnerships.