Kitchen Lead: Growth, Perks & Culinary Leadership

O; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Hotel/Restaurant travel perks

Job summary

O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC is hiring a Back of House Lead to supervise the culinary team on shift, ensure quality food, and maintain brand standards. This role requires strong leadership, accurate cooking, and adherence to safety and sanitation policies.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in kitchen leadership, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to train others in recipes and equipment. Workplace is a full-time, on-site kitchen position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary or kitchen experience, with previous kitchen leadership experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food Handler certification may be required depending on state/local rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide shift leadership and operational support to the culinary team in the absence of a manager.
• Lead by example to ensure quality food and brand standards are met.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and plating specs.
• Support kitchen operations for efficient food prep and service flow.
• Train teammates on recipes, equipment, and procedures as directed.

Skills

Food preparation

Follow standardized recipes

Fast-paced kitchen

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Food safety practices

Reliability & accountability

Education

HS diploma or GED

2+ years kitchen leadership/culinary experience

Job description

O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC is hiring a Back of House Lead to supervise the culinary team on shift, ensure quality food, and maintain brand standards. This role requires strong leadership, accurate cooking, and adherence to safety and sanitation policies.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in kitchen leadership, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to train others in recipes and equipment. Workplace is a full-time, on-site kitchen position with opportunities for growth.