Executive Kitchen & Operations Manager

Executive Kitchen & Operations Manager 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 Oversee daily Back of House operations across multiple concepts 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 Ensure DOH compliance and kitchen cleanliness at all times Qualifications 5+ years of kitchen leadership or culinary operations experience Experience with high-volume café, catering, production, or multi-unit operations preferred 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 Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality company Creative and entrepreneurial work environment Primarily daytime business hours, occasional events and nights Diverse operation including café, catering, events, and production Competitive salary based on experience Opportunity for long-term advancement into senior operational leadership Compensation Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000 annuallyHigher 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. More detail about Scandinavian Market Björk Cafe & Bistro, please visit