Back-of-House Culinary Lead — Fresh, From-Scratch Kitchen

Thrive Restaurant Group Career Center; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LIVING WAGES

FREE FOOD

BENEFITS

Job summary

Modern Market Cook position at Thrive Restaurant Group in Colorado Springs, CO offers a role in a fast-paced open kitchen that champions healthy, scratch-made dishes and guest-focused service. You will join a collaborative culinary team dedicated to high standards and continuous learning.

As a Back of House team member, you’ll contribute to seasonal menus, lead prep staff, and uphold safety and quality across all preparations.

Qualifications

• Restaurant experience is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and update menus several times a year that embody our brand and seasonal ingredients.
• Lead and manage back-of-house staff, including prep cooks and dishwashers.
• Execute recipes with precision and consistency.
• Continuously expand culinary knowledge of techniques and best practices.
• Perform quality checks to ensure food meets culinary and safety standards.
• Comply with restaurant standards for safety, hygiene, and quality.
• Manage trash, cardboard, and recyclable materials.
• Handle kitchen equipment and clean spills promptly throughout the shift.

Skills

Friendly

Enthusiasm

Guest focus

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

Modern Market Cook position at Thrive Restaurant Group in Colorado Springs, CO offers a role in a fast-paced open kitchen that champions healthy, scratch-made dishes and guest-focused service. You will join a collaborative culinary team dedicated to high standards and continuous learning.

As a Back of House team member, you’ll contribute to seasonal menus, lead prep staff, and uphold safety and quality across all preparations.