Kitchen Manager

Restaurant: The Daily Catch Takeout Window Job Title: Kitchen Manager Experience: 3 Years Address: 331 Hanover St, Boston, MA Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Hourly $25.00 - $29.00 plus tips About Us Established in 1973, The Daily Catch is a family-owned Sicilian-style seafood and pasta restaurant group with three Boston locations and a wholesale seafood business based at Boston's Fish Pier. Our Takeout Window is a fast-casual concept focused on New England classics - fried fish, lobster rolls, and seafood pastas - serving guests quickly and efficiently through takeout and delivery Job Summary The Kitchen Manager oversees all daily kitchen operations, leads and develops the team, ensures consistent food quality, and manages food and labor costs to maintain profitability. This is a working leadership role. You must be confident operating every station - fry, grill, sauté, pantry, and prep - while directing the team and maintaining high standards. We are looking for someone who leads by example, holds the team accountable, and takes pride in delivering exceptional food and service every shift Benefits Full-time employees are eligible for benefits PTO (Paid Time Off) Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision 401(k) Retirement Plan Responsibilities Oversee all daily restaurant operations, ensuring the kitchen is fully staffed, fully stocked, organized, sanitary, and compliant with all health and safety regulations Lead and develop a team of cook-cashiers; manage hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions Ensure all food meets or exceeds company quality standards for freshness, taste, presentation, and portion control Control food costs, labor costs, waste, and inventory to drive operational efficiency and profitability Manage vendor ordering, inventory counts, product rotation, and storage procedures Cook and work at all stations during service including fry, grill, sauté, pantry, prep, and cashier Oversee kitchen setup, breakdown, deep cleaning, and closing manager duties Lead daily prep production, including portioning seafood, batching sauces, and ensuring readiness for service Collaborate with ownership and the corporate executive chef; attend regular manager meetings and communicate operational updates Perform additional duties as needed to support growth, profitability, and brand standards Qualifications and Experience Required: Minimum 3 years' experience in a kitchen leadership role, preferably in a fast-casual Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, knife skills, and seafood handling Understanding of food cost control, labor management, and inventory systems Food Safety Certification (ServSafe Manager) preferred or ability to obtain upon hire Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Company Culture The Daily Catch is committed to fostering a strong company culture filled with opportunities for learning and growing. You can expect a warm, welcoming, exciting, and dynamic environment when you join our team. Our comprehensive training program is an excellent way to gain knowledge and experience in various areas, including seafood, cooking techniques, and Sicilian/Italian culture. In addition, the opportunity to grow and advance with the company is an excellent incentive for individuals looking to build long-term careers in the hospitality industry.

Created: 2026-03-10