Kitchen Lead - Fresh Campus Dining & Service Leader

careers-ucfs; Cairo (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time

401K with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Illinois is seeking a Kitchen Lead to set up workstations, prep ingredients, and ensure food presentation before serving. You will guide a team, uphold sanitation standards, and assist with event planning as directed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to manage busy kitchen environments. Previous food service experience and a food safety certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Be familiar with the industry's best practices

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations and prep ingredients for cooking.
• Dress dishes for presentable plating before serving.
• Apportion and serve food to clients.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations.
• Maintain a professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management.
• Help with unloading, inspecting, and storing raw ingredients and supplies.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Food handling techniques

Industry best practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Safety Certification

Background check required

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Illinois is seeking a Kitchen Lead to set up workstations, prep ingredients, and ensure food presentation before serving. You will guide a team, uphold sanitation standards, and assist with event planning as directed.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to manage busy kitchen environments. Previous food service experience and a food safety certification are preferred.