* We have been in business for over 20 years, are focused on sustainability, and maintain a friendly work environment. *

Square Cafe & Title 9 in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking an experienced full-time Executive Chef.

Who are we? We are a popular, community-focused cafe & bar offering a vibrant, modern space for breakfast and lunch in the East Liberty neighborhood. Our menu showcases local, seasonal American dishes with vegetarian options. We are committed to supporting local talent and the community by partnering with several local nonprofits for fundraisers, special events, and promotions.

In 2025, we created and opened a new concept, Title 9, next door to Square Cafe. This bar & restaurant is currently open 4 nights a week, highlighting women's sports.

Candidate summary: The ideal candidate is a strong leader, creative, and innovative. The initial focus of this role is to build and strengthen a solid BOH team.

Company culture:

• Challenging
• Innovative
• Respectful

Job title:

• Executive Chef

Compensation and benefits:

• $75-85K salary
• Paid Weekly (direct deposit)
• Medical
• 401K
• Paid time off

Other incentives:

• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Company dining perks
• Other discounts
• Employee referral program
• Free Parking
• Easily accessible by public transportation

Schedule requirements:

• 5 days/week
• Weekends and holidays included

Language requirements:

• English

Experience and skill requirements:

• BOH cooking and BOH management experience in a high-volume cafe or casual restaurant
• P & L management (maintaining food costs, maximizing profitability)
• Ordering, receiving, and inventory
• Purveyor management
• Staff training and motivation
• Food safety knowledge (RAMP & ServeSafe certification preferred)
• Staff scheduling
• Menu Creation
• Work in a standing position
• Reach, bend, stoop, and lift to 50 pounds
• Work in a standing position
• Manage 5-10 employees
• Familiar with computers (Excel & Word)

Who are you?

• Excellent communicator (able to clearly and effectively give and receive feedback well)
• Enjoys working in the hospitality industry
• Friendly
• Respectful of fellow employees (plays well with others)
• Remains calm under pressure
• Thrives well leading a team
• Challenging task-oriented
• Repetitive task-oriented
• Time management skills
• Reliable
• Stable work history

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