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🥪 Chef/Kitchen Manager - Daily Provisions 🍩 (Manhattan)
Daily Provisions
853 Broadway
compensation:
80k-85k
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Chef/Kitchen Manager
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Who you are:
The Kitchen Manager leads with a spirit of excellence, care, and hospitality, ensuring consistent, high-quality execution of our culinary program each day. They uphold systems that support strong operations, maintain proper pars, and deliver exceptional food. With a coaching mindset, they develop and support every Back of the House (BOH) team member, creating an environment where people can thrive and grow. By setting high standards and leading by example, the Kitchen Manager helps create memorable guest experiences and a culture of respect, teamwork, and accountability.
Location: This is a brand new role that we are opening across all of our Daily Provisions locations! There are multiple opportunities in various parts of Manhattan.
What you’ll do:
Consistently deliver a culture of Enlightened Hospitality to guests and team members
Partner with Front of House and Back of House team members to enforce systems, routines, and checklists the Daily Provisions way as well as deliver excellent guest experiences across all channels, including in-restaurant dining, third-party delivery, and catering
Collaborate with Facilities to maintain equipment and ensure clean, compliant, and inspection-ready kitchens according to ServSafe practices, HACCP logs, and allergen protocols
Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure successful ordering, inventory, and product management
Own Back of House P&L: food cost, waste, labor, and inventory turn to consistently meet financial targets
Train and validate team members before they assume stations, doing thorough station checks each shift and leading tastings and presentations to educate the service team
Foster clear communication and a culture of professionalism and accountability with a focus on compliant HR practices and policies
What we need from you:
At least 3 years of experience in culinary/kitchen leadership and casual dining
Excellent food & beverage knowledge and proven passion for culinary excellence and exceeding guest expectations
Experience in training and developing Back of House Team members
Ability to communicate in a direct, respectful, and transparent manner across all teams
Understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Certification in a Hospitality-related field, or equivalent, preferred
English fluency and additional languages preferred, but not required
What you’ll get from us:
At Union Square Hospitality Group, we believe our people are our greatest ingredient. Joining our team means becoming part of a culture rooted in care, creativity, and growth. As a Kitchen Manager, you’ll enjoy:
Competitive pay and bonus potential: Annual compensation of $80,000 - $85,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus, with consideration for your experience and impact
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending options for healthcare and dependent care
Time to recharge: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave to support life outside of work
Investing in your future: A matched 401(k) plan to help you grow long-term savings
Peace of mind: Life insurance, employee assistance programs, and exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other wellness services.
Support in times of need: Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund, offering direct assistance to team members facing unexpected hardship
Hospitality perks: Annual dining credit and a 51% dining discount across the entire USHG family of restaurants
Convenience & flexibility: Pre-tax commuter benefits for transit and parking
Growth and community: Opportunities for learning, mentorship, and collaboration with some of the most passionate people in hospitality.
*The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.
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