Cafe Kitchen Lead - Food Quality & Team Growth

Ascension; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension's cafe team is seeking a hands-on Cafe Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations, uphold food safety standards, and ensure top-quality presentation.

You will lead by example, cover for the Cafe Kitchen Manager during absences, participate in special events and off-site catering, and guide the team through busy shifts with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Restaurant kitchen operations experience required.
• Food and Beverage Manager certification.
• Reliable transportation and travel to all locations.
• Able to work nights and weekends.
• Stand for ~8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a working leader responsible for supporting food quality, food safety, production planning, team development, and operational execution.
• Lead by example, uphold company standards, and oversee kitchen operations during Cafe Kitchen Manager absences.
• Participates in special events including off-site catering and functions.
• Coachable: receives and implements feedback quickly.
• Approachable: forges strong interpersonal connections with staff at all skill levels.
• Impactful: communicates concepts clearly and engages the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Quality control

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Food and Beverage Manager certification

Job description

Ascension's cafe team is seeking a hands-on Cafe Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily kitchen operations, uphold food safety standards, and ensure top-quality presentation.

You will lead by example, cover for the Cafe Kitchen Manager during absences, participate in special events and off-site catering, and guide the team through busy shifts with strong communication and problem-solving skills.