Kitchen Manager
Emmy Squared Pizza
Job Description
Job Description
Emmy Squared Pizza is seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Manager to join our growing NYC Team ! Part of the Pizza Loves Emily Restaurant Group, Emmy Squared Pizza is an upscale casual full-service restaurant company known for our Detroit-style pizza, award-winning burgers, and exceptional hospitality. With over 20 locations nationwide—including New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Charlotte, Atlanta, and Nashville—we are proud to bring people together through great food and warm, welcoming service.
As Kitchen Manager, you’ll lead our back-of-house team and oversee all kitchen operations to ensure culinary excellence, cost control, and team development. We're looking for someone passionate about great food and leadership who is ready to contribute to our guest experience and overall success.
This position offers:
- Competitive salary
- Quarterly bonus potential
- Comprehensive health benefits package
- Supportive, team-focused work environment
- Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing restaurant group
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and timeliness of food preparation
- Supervise and support kitchen staff daily, ensuring adherence to company policies and standards
- Manage kitchen labor, food costs, and inventory control to meet financial targets
- Hire, train, and develop kitchen team members
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with health department standards
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of kitchen equipment
- Monitor and manage prep, par levels, and food waste
- Create and adjust staff schedules based on business needs
- Actively seek opportunities for operational improvements
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Kitchen Manager or similar role in a full-service restaurant
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- In-depth understanding of food safety, sanitation standards, and BOH operations (ServSafe certified preferred)
- Proficiency in inventory management, food cost control, and scheduling
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Tech-savvy with experience using restaurant systems and back-office tools
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., push/pull up to 75 lbs., and stand/walk for extended periods
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Why Join Emmy Squared Pizza?
At Emmy Squared, we are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and team-driven environment where your contributions matter. Whether you're leading a shift or coaching your team, you'll be empowered to grow your career and make a meaningful impact—one slice at a time.
Emmy Squared / Pizza Loves Emily is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, age, orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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