Kitchen Manager - BBQ and Casual Dining

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que began in 1983 as a mobile concession unit serving great Bar-B-Que throughout the Northeast. In 1988, the company opened its first restaurant in Syracuse and has continued to grow to five locations serving delicious Bar-B-Que throughout New York State. We are currently looking for a Kitchen Manager to join our Western, NY team at our Hamburg location.

At Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, fresh, homemade and high quality aren’t just catchwords; they’re our foundation. From our hickory-smoked Bar-B-Que and homemade salads and sides to our sauces and dry rubs, our commitment to quality is unyielding. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que has gained a reputation far and wide for serving some of the best BBQ in the country in a vibrant and lively setting.

Who We Are- "Our Staff is the most colorful. We are as diverse as our guests, and we have a fierce devotion to individuality and respect: respect for our BBQ, respect for each other, and respect for every person that walks through our doors."

Satisfy your hunger for meaningful work with Dinosaur BBQ!

Why work for us:

• Competitive pay with bonus program
  • Kitchen Manager compensation range: $68,000 - $72,000 per year
• Medical, telemedicine, dental and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and Sick Hours
• 401 K retirement plan
• Employee assistance and training program
• Employee meal program and discounts on Dino merch
• Work/Life balance
• Fast-Paced work environment
• Fun and engaging work place
• Internal growth/promotions
• Chance to be part of a great team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Kitchen Manager’s role is to provide uncompromised excellence at all times, making the Guest and the Bar-B-Que the heart and passion of all they do.

• Ensures the greatest degree of Hospitality to the Guests.
• Ensures consistent execution of all BOH systems and profitability by providing and ensuring quality training, coaching, and follow-through.
• Knowledge and practical application of all Kitchen (Expo, Smokehouse, prep and line quality identifiers and standards) and Dining Room systems and operations (ToGo, Host, Bar, and service standards).

Work Experience Requirements:

• 2+ Full-Service restaurant management experience required.
• 2+ years of BOH experience required.
• Knowledge of inventory and budgeting required.
• Management of at least 15 staff members preferred.
• Chef experience preferred.

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Dinosaur BBQ® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.