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DO WHAT'S RIGHT
It’s not always about being right. It’s about doing what’s right — from start to finish
Founded in 2009 by Adriano Paganini, BACK OF THE HOUSE, Inc. is the group behind some of San Francisco's most beloved concepts and favorite neighborhood spots: a Mano, Afterwork Bar, Beretta, Delarosa, El Techo, Flores, Lolinda, Starbelly, Super Duper Burgers, The Bird, The Tailor's Son, Uno Dos Tacos and Wildseed. Our group creates concept-driven restaurants that encompass the spirit of their neighborhood.
We are servers, chefs, operators and restauranteurs. We are bussers, cooks, bartenders and hosts. We are a group of restaurants with concepts focused on creating memorable experiences for our guests. We are the front of the house, we are BACK OF THE HOUSE.
OUR MANTRA
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ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES
Our ambitions are big, yet no job is too small. Our crew is known for their smarts, their work ethic, and their straight-up scrappiness.
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KEEP IT SIMPLE
Simple is always in style.
(And for the sake of simplicity, we’ll leave it at that.)
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86 THE BULLSHIT
In an industry filled with drama, egos, and pretense, we’ll be serving none of that.
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CONNECT THE DOTS
Everyone at Back of the House should think big picture, solve the small daily puzzles, and always be thinking one step ahead.
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HOSPITALITY
An unpretentious approach to creating great guest experiences
Eater Awards: Empire Builder of the Year: Adriano Paganini
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OUR PERSONALITY
Behind the curtain, we are all creators. We are all misfits. We are industry leaders. We create the places where we’d actually want to be the regulars. (And, let’s be honest, we’re pretty picky.)
We are Back of the House. And we hope you’ll join us.
WE'RE INCLUSIVE
Everyone is invited to our party, always. (It’s what makes our parties awesome.)
WE'RE MISFITS
In an industry of clones and copycats, we like to stand out for going our own way … and having some fun
WE'RE ALL ABOUT OUR PEOPLE
Don't believe us? Ask around...
WE'RE STRAIGHT-SHOOTERS
We do what’s right, we keep it simple, and we don’t have time for pretenders.
WE KEEP IT COOL
In a room full of expensive suits and trend-following try-hards, we’d rather rock a pair of worn-in (but well-tailored) jeans
JOBS
Back of the House believes in keeping it real: And by real, we mean authentic, accessible, and affordable. Always.
Every space we create is its own unique experience, free of pretense.
Every concept comes with its own signature flavor, yet we all share one common ingredient:
simple, quality food done with straight-forward style. No additives.
OUR CREW
THE MAN
Adriano Paganini | CEO & Founder
Creator of some of San Francisco’s most beloved restaurants.
“The anti-snob of the San Francisco food scene.” — San Francisco Magazine
Who is Adriano? Learn more here
THE SOUL
Edmondo “Eddie” Sarti | Founder and Co-Owner
Opens, manages and operates all fast-casual and full-service restaurants.
Who is Eddie? Learn more here
THE PEOPLE PERSON
Jessica Spencer-Flores | Head of HR
Builder of company culture and adviser to all employees.
Who is Jessica? Learn more here
THE NEW KID
Your Name | Placeholder
Could this be you?! Send your resume to careers@backofthehouseinc.com, or visit our Jobs page.
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GUEST EXPERIENCES
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LOCATIONS
1089
TEAM MEMBERS
546876
COCKTAILS SERVED
April 2008 Beretta Opens
November 2009 Delarosa Chestnut Opens
August 2009 Starbelly Opens
April 2010 Super Duper Castro Opens
August 2012 Lolinda Opens
May 2013 El Techo Opens
May 2014 Uno Dos Tacos Opens
October 2015 Delarosa Yerba Buena Lanes Opens
October 2016 The Bird Opens
December 2016 Flores Opens
May 2017 A Mano Opens
June 2018 Super Duper Opens in Berkeley
October 2018 Flores Opens in Corte Madera
January 2019 Super Duper West Gate Opens
September 2019 Wildseed Opens
The Bird Opens in Hayes Valley March 2021
The Tailor’s Son Opens March 2021
Afterwork Bar Opens July 2021
Super Duper Laurel Village Opens December 2021
Wildseed Opens in Palo Alto March 2022
SD Serramonte October 2022
SD Napa January 2023
OUR FAMILY
Plant-based restaurant & bar
An Italian Restaurant
The Integrity of Mexican Tradition
A Fried Chicken Sandwich Shop
Taqueria & Tequila Bar
Burgers, Fries, Shakes
California Comfort Food
An Argentinian Steakhouse
Latin American Street Food
Roman-style Pizzeria
A Mission Classic
A modern approach to Northern Italian cuisine
WORD ON THE STREET
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