Chef/Kitchen Manager

Job Title: Chef / Kitchen Manager Location: Philomena Santucci’s Square Pizza – Warminster Job Summary: Philomena Santucci’s Square Pizza is seeking a dependable, experienced, and passionateChef/Kitchen Managerto lead our back-of-house operations. We're a fast-paced, high-volume pizzeria known for our legendary square pizzas and classic Italian-American comfort food. This is a hands-on leadership position focused on kitchen execution, food consistency, and team development in a casual, takeout-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, and closing procedures. • Lead and train kitchen staff to execute all menu items consistently and efficiently. • Maintain food quality, taste, portion control, and presentation standards. • Ensure cleanliness and food safety compliance throughout all kitchen areas. • Manage inventory, track usage, and place orders while minimizing food waste. • Monitor labor and food costs to help meet budget goals. • Communicate effectively with front-of-house managers to ensure smooth service flow. • Assist with scheduling and maintaining staffing levels appropriate to volume. Requirements: • 5+ years of experience in a leadership role in a fast-paced kitchen, ideally in pizza or Italian-American cuisine. • Hands-on leadership style with a focus on accountability and teamwork. • Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and commercial kitchen equipment. • Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills. • ServSafe Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain). Compensation & Benefits: • Pay starts at $19-20/hour, with potential to increase up to$25/hourbased on performance and leadership ability. • Monthly bonusof sharedcash tips. • Free mealsprovided during shift. • Health insuranceis available, once eligibility requirements are met. • 40 hours of paid time off (PTO)annually, once eligibility requirements are met. Why Join Santucci’s? You’ll be part of a beloved local brand with deep Philly roots, a strong reputation, and a growing suburban presence. We value teamwork, consistency, and people who take pride in their work. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact, lead a great team, and grow within a stable company. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Food provided • Health insurance • Paid time off Experience: • Culinary: 10 years (Required) • Kitchen management: 5 years (Required) Shift availability: • Day Shift (Required) • Night Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: • Warminster, PA 18974 (Required) Work Location: In person