What does a back of house team member do? Back of House (BOH) Team Members keep the kitchen and prep areas running so the front of house can serve guests on time. The role spans whatever the kitchen needs on a given shift - prep, expo, dishwashing, line support, restocking, and end-of-night deep clean. Most casual-dining and fast-casual chains hire BOH as a single role rather than splitting it into prep/cook/dish.. Find back of house team member jobs near you with average pay $14-$19/hr, required skills, and career path.
A back of house team member is responsible for Back of House (BOH) Team Members keep the kitchen and prep areas running so the front of house can serve guests on time. Back of House (BOH) Team Members keep the kitchen and prep areas running so the front of house can serve guests on time. The role spans whatever the kitchen needs on a given shift - prep, expo, dishwashing, line support, restocking, and end-of-night deep clean. Most casual-dining and fast-casual chains hire BOH as a single role rather than splitting it into prep/cook/dish.
As a back of house team member, you can expect to earn between $14 and $19 per hour depending on experience and location. According to BLS OEWS, May 2024, this role is entry-level friendly. It is generally a high job with high scheduling.
Market rates for a back of house team member range from $14 to $19/hr. A typical back of house team member is responsible for Back of House (BOH) Team Members keep the kitchen and prep areas running so the front of house can serve guests on time. Calculate your exact take-home pay or find current back of house team member openings on Indeed Flex.
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