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Head of Back-of-House Operations – Lemon Press (Nantucket, MA)
Are you a seasoned culinary professional with strong leadership and management experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? Lemon Press, a dynamic and growing restaurant group, is looking for a Head of Back-of-House Operations to oversee and standardize our kitchen operations as we expand beyond Nantucket.
Who We Are
Lemon Press is a vibrant, health-conscious eatery on Nantucket, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, catering, and food truck services. With plans to expand off-island, we’re seeking a dedicated leader who can build efficient systems, enhance quality control, and foster a strong kitchen team.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all BOH operations, including restaurant, catering, and food truck services.
- Develop and standardize kitchen systems, recipes, and operational procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.
- Lead and train BOH staff, fostering a collaborative and professional work environment.
- Monitor and manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to maintain food quality and profitability.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Collaborate with FOH and ownership to implement menu innovations and operational improvements.
- Support expansion efforts by developing scalable systems for future locations.
What We’re Looking For
- Experienced Kitchen Leader – Minimum 5 years of BOH management experience in high-volume restaurants.
- Operational Strategist – Ability to standardize systems, improve efficiency, and implement scalable procedures.
- Multi-Concept Experience – Comfortable overseeing brick-and-mortar, catering, and food truck operations.
- Team Builder – Strong leadership, training, and team development skills.
- Quality & Consistency Focus – Passion for delivering high-quality food while maintaining cost controls and kitchen efficiency.
- Growth-Oriented Mindset – Excited about long-term opportunities, including potential ownership stake for the right candidate.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Housing Assistance (if needed)
- Performance-Based Growth & Ownership Opportunity
- A Leadership Role in a Thriving & Expanding Brand
Ready to join us and be part of our next chapter?
Email your resume and a brief introduction to rachel@lemonpressnantucket.com to apply.
Let’s build something great together!
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Ability to Commute:
- Nantucket, MA 02554 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Nantucket, MA 02554: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $120,000