Kitchen Lead: Lead, Train & Elevate Kitchen Ops

The Buttery; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Dynamic work environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The Buttery in Pennsylvania is seeking a Kitchen Lead to oversee day-to-day operations of the a la carte kitchen, ensuring high-quality, consistent dishes and adherence to brand standards. You will manage the kitchen team, including line cooks and the dish team, and drive a collaborative, fast-paced service.

The role covers ordering, inventory, training, production schedules, and menu collaboration with leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of cooks.
• Strong organizational skills to manage production schedules, inventory, and minimize waste.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, inventory management, and ordering processes.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor kitchen team members, fostering a positive, accountable, and collaborative environment
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food sanitation standards
• Oversee ordering, inventory, and food cost control to minimize waste and maintain efficiency
• Create and manage production schedules and prep lists to meet service demands
• Maintain high quality standards through daily product checks and recipe consistency
• Partner with leadership on menu development, seasonal features, and operational improvements
• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflow and productivity
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training to strengthen and grow the team

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Communication

Kitchen operations

Inventory management

Food safety

Job description

The Buttery in Pennsylvania is seeking a Kitchen Lead to oversee day-to-day operations of the a la carte kitchen, ensuring high-quality, consistent dishes and adherence to brand standards. You will manage the kitchen team, including line cooks and the dish team, and drive a collaborative, fast-paced service.

The role covers ordering, inventory, training, production schedules, and menu collaboration with leadership.