Culinary Lead: Community Kitchen & Impact

Roof Above; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Roof Above is seeking a Culinary Lead in Charlotte to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, coach team members, and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to ensure high-quality food service for guests and staff.

You will supervise back‑of‑house activities, manage inventory and safety, and help control food costs while maintaining a positive workplace aligned with our mission to end homelessness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years in hospitality, food services, or human service field preferred.
• Experience working with homeless populations and shelters is a plus.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, safe food handling, and safe transit practices.
• Current Serv-Safe Manager Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Ability to interact with diverse populations and work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production and preparation of food following recipes and procedures.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of kitchen and guest areas.
• Monitor cooking and cooling procedures per Health Department guidelines.
• Manage Back of House staff including evaluations, coaching, and discipline.
• Develop Key Hourly employees with daily feedback and coaching.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Food prep accuracy

Food cost awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years hospitality or related field

Serv-Safe Manager Certification

Tools

Agency vans operation

Job description

Roof Above is seeking a Culinary Lead in Charlotte to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, coach team members, and collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to ensure high-quality food service for guests and staff.

You will supervise back‑of‑house activities, manage inventory and safety, and help control food costs while maintaining a positive workplace aligned with our mission to end homelessness.