Back of House Lead — Fast-Paced Family Kitchen

Bandana's BBQ; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Bandana's in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking team members to support our back-of-house operations. You will contribute to fast-paced food preparation, uphold safety standards, maintain cleanliness, and follow health regulations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic in a family‑style restaurant environment. Ideal candidates are able to stand for long periods, handle occasional lifting, and work in a slightly smoky setting while wearing a proper uniform and maintaining

Qualifications

• Has ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and maintain good working relationships with all employees.
• Possesses leadership skills and the ability to gain cooperation from peers.
• Ability to read Basic English and communicate with management and back-of-house staff.
• Follows company policies and procedures in handling, preparation, and serving of food items.
• Handles knives safely and wears appropriate gloves.
• Ability to make independent decisions about food quality and standards.
• Maintains high personal hygiene and follows health department regulations.
• Follows health department food handling regulations and other requirements.
• Wears proper uniform and is able to stand for long periods.
• Able to work in a slightly smoky environment.
• Able to life (lift) up to 70 pounds onto a utility cart.
• Able to communicate with front-of-house staff.
• Punctual for scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.
• Follow recipes and procedures to ensure consistent preparation.
• Assist in back-of-house operations and communicate with team.
• Adhere to sanitation and health department regulations.
• Maintain proper uniform and personal hygiene.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and handling of food items.

Job description

Bandana's in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking team members to support our back-of-house operations. You will contribute to fast-paced food preparation, uphold safety standards, maintain cleanliness, and follow health regulations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic in a family‑style restaurant environment. Ideal candidates are able to stand for long periods, handle occasional lifting, and work in a slightly smoky setting while wearing a proper uniform and maintaining