Executive Kitchen Lead - All-Scratch, High-Volume

131 MAIN Restaurant; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

131 MAIN Restaurant in Charlotte, NC is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to helm an all-scratch kitchen, delivering world-class dishes with only coolers, no freezers. You will oversee daily operations, coach a professional team, collaborate with management to ensure brand consistency, and drive food cost control while maintaining the highest health and safety standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and can motivate a devoted team toward culinary excellence, join our award-winning

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or in a similar role, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong communication leadership skills to coach and motivate a devoted culinary team
• Indepth knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and kitchen operations
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control, and inventory management
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Lead a professional “all scratch” culinary team to achieve a world class kitchen with only coolers, no freezers
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and plating to consistently deliver great food
• Coach and lead a team of culinary professionals, supporting quality people to ensure 100% performance and development
• Collaborate closely with the management team, ensuring brand consistency with all products
• Manage the business which includes; inventory levels, ordering supplies, and managing food costs while minimizing waste and ensuring freshness
• Commitment to exceeding all health and safety standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and promoting a safe working environment
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment, encouraging open communication and teamwork among all team members

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary Techniques

Food Safety

Kitchen Operations

Budgeting

Inventory Management

Time Management

Job description

131 MAIN Restaurant in Charlotte, NC is seeking a seasoned culinary leader to helm an all-scratch kitchen, delivering world-class dishes with only coolers, no freezers. You will oversee daily operations, coach a professional team, collaborate with management to ensure brand consistency, and drive food cost control while maintaining the highest health and safety standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and can motivate a devoted team toward culinary excellence, join our award-winning