Kitchen Manager

About Us

SŌHN is a Korean American–inspired café and gathering space in the heart of Dogpatch. We celebrate community, culture, and hospitality through food, drink, and storytelling. Our kitchen is an extension of that vision - where craft, consistency, and creativity come together every day.

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations. This person will work closely with ownership and the FOH team to ensure smooth daily service, uphold high standards of food quality and safety, and help us foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, including prep, service, and closing procedures
• Manage and schedule BOH staff, ensuring adequate coverage and smooth coordination with FOH
• Train, mentor, and support kitchen team members, fostering a respectful and motivating environment
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Collaborate with leadership on menu execution, seasonal changes, and new ideas
• Support in hiring and onboarding BOH team members
• Monitor food costs and help manage BOH labor costs within budget
• Assist in planning and executing special events and private dinners

• 2+ years of experience in kitchen management or supervisory role (café or restaurant experience preferred)
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a collaborative mindset
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, scheduling, and ordering systems
• Knowledge of food safety standards and BOH compliance in San Francisco
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, community-driven café environment
• Passion for food, hospitality, and team development
  
  

• Competitive salary ($65,000–$70,000, depending on experience)
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Opportunities for growth within a young and dynamic hospitality group
• A supportive, values-driven team environment