Executive Kitchen & Operations Manager Multi Unit
Growing Hospitality Company | NYC
We are seeking an experienced, highly organized, hands-on Executive Kitchen & Operations Manager to join our growing hospitality company in New York City.
This is a leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and can oversee multiple moving parts including café operations, grab-and-go production, commissary kitchen production, catering, and events.
We are not looking for someone who manages from behind a desk.
We are looking for a true operator — someone who leads by example, stays calm under pressure, understands systems and production, and is willing to jump in wherever needed.
Our company is expanding, creating strong opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
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Oversee daily Back of House operations across multiple concepts and units
- Manage kitchen production, prep, line execution, and organization
- Supervise grab-and-go and commissary production
- Coordinate catering and event execution
- Lead, train, schedule, and motivate kitchen staff
- Maintain consistency, quality control, and food safety standards
- Implement and follow SOPs, recipes, and systems
- Assist with ordering, inventory, and labor management
- Work closely with ownership on operational growth and expansion
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Ensure DOH compliance and kitchen cleanliness at all times
Qualifications
- 4+ years of kitchen leadership or culinary operations experience
- Experience with high-volume café, catering, production, or multi-unit operations preferred
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Strong leadership, solution driven and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-moving environment
- Hands-on management style
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Experience with production kitchens and catering logistics is a major plus
- NYC Food Handler Certification required or willingness to obtain
- Flexible schedule required, including some evenings and weekends for events
What We Offer
Compensation
Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000 annually
Higher compensation possible for candidates with strong multi-unit, catering, production, and operational leadership experience.
Locations
Midtown Manhattan
To Apply
Please send your resume and a brief introduction explaining your experience managing kitchen operations, production, and teams in fast-paced hospitality environments.
