Kitchen Lead: Fast-Paced Team, Growth & Balance

The-Little-Bee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (company-contributed)

Paid Time Off

401k with up to 4% match

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Team member discounts

Job summary

The Little Beet is seeking a driven Kitchen Lead to oversee the preparation and execution of all menu items in a fast-paced environment in New York. You will ensure food safety, manage labor within budget, and support inventory control while mentoring a team that values collaboration and quality.

Join Convive Brands' growing family and help deliver fresh, high-quality meals. The role offers a structured timeline, on-site shift schedules, and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months of related restaurant experience or training.
• Food Handler’s Certification required or ability to acquire.
• Flexible schedule is highly preferred but not required.
• General administrative and computer skills strongly preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English in the work location.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team in the preparation and execution of all menu items.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, including storage and preparation.
• Ensure completion of food safety checklists and proper handling.
• Assist General Manager with inventory and labor planning.
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain kitchen staff.
• Keep all restaurant areas clean and organized and supervise daily tasks.

Skills

Food handling

Teamwork

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Education

Food Handler Certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Little Beet is seeking a driven Kitchen Lead to oversee the preparation and execution of all menu items in a fast-paced environment in New York. You will ensure food safety, manage labor within budget, and support inventory control while mentoring a team that values collaboration and quality.

Join Convive Brands' growing family and help deliver fresh, high-quality meals. The role offers a structured timeline, on-site shift schedules, and opportunities for growth within a supportive team.