Kitchen Lead: Elevate High-Volume Kitchen Ops

FatCats LLC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Employer Contribution to Health Saving

Holiday Pay

Job summary

FatCats LLC is seeking a driven Kitchen Lead to assist the Kitchen Manager in managing food preparation, inventory, ordering, and daily kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurant and entertainment center. This role emphasizes leadership, quality, and teamwork within a fun, guest-focused venue.

You'll lead a diverse kitchen team, uphold safety and sanitation standards, monitor costs, and collaborate with management to ensure smooth service during varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Prior leadership experience in food service.
• Must have a food handler's permit before starting.
• Completion of job safety training is required.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and professional team environment that aligns with company values and enhances guest satisfaction.
• Provide leadership to the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and alignment with management objectives.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to established recipes and standards.
• Lead training initiatives to promote safe practices, sanitation, and culinary excellence among kitchen staff.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained, clean, and operational through routine inspections and preventative measures.
• Optimize kitchen operations by addressing staffing, maintaining compliance with policies, and upholding a commitment to exceptional food and service quality.

Skills

Leadership experience

Food handler permit

Food safety training

Job description

FatCats LLC is seeking a driven Kitchen Lead to assist the Kitchen Manager in managing food preparation, inventory, ordering, and daily kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurant and entertainment center. This role emphasizes leadership, quality, and teamwork within a fun, guest-focused venue.

You'll lead a diverse kitchen team, uphold safety and sanitation standards, monitor costs, and collaborate with management to ensure smooth service during varied shifts.