Assistant Kitchen Leader

Sessions West Coast Deli; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A fast-casual restaurant is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations and lead shifts. This hands-on leadership role requires previous kitchen leadership experience and a strong background as a line cook. Responsibilities include ensuring food quality and cleanliness, training team members, and maintaining kitchen flow. The position offers competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to manage food quality and kitchen cleanliness.
• Experience training and coaching team members.
• Reliable, organized, and accountable.
• Willingness to learn and grow into a Kitchen Manager role.
• Food Handler Card required (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Support the Kitchen Manager with daily BOH operations.
• Lead shifts and maintain kitchen flow during service.
• Ensure food quality and presentation standards.
• Follow and enforce food safety and sanitation procedures
• Assist with prep planning, inventory, and waste control
• Train and coach kitchen team members
• Communicate effectively with FOH leadership

Skills

Kitchen leadership experience

Strong line cook experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Reliability and accountability

Willingness to learn

Education

Food Handler Card

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Overview

We’re hiring an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations, lead shifts, and help maintain food quality, cleanliness, and consistency. This role works directly with the Kitchen Manager and is ideal for someone looking to grow into a full KM position.

This is a hands‑on leadership role. You’ll be on the line, in prep, and supporting the team—not managing from the sidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Kitchen Manager with daily BOH operations
• Lead shifts and maintain kitchen flow during service
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Follow and enforce food safety and sanitation procedures
• Assist with prep planning, inventory, and waste control
• Train and coach kitchen team members
• Communicate effectively with FOH leadership

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen leadership experience preferred (Assistant Kitchen Manager, Lead Cook, Shift Lead)
• Strong line cook experience
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable, organized, and accountable
• Willingness to learn and grow into a Kitchen Manager role
• Food Handler Card required (or ability to obtain)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Growth opportunities within a growing brand
• Structured training and clear expectations
• Supportive leadership and team‑focused culture

Work Environment

Fast‑casual, high‑volume kitchen with a focus on quality, speed, and consistency. We value teamwork, communication, and accountability.