Kitchen Lead: Leadership, Training & Growth Path

Chopt Creative Salad Co.; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 17 days + 5 days after 3 years

Free salads

Healthcare (vision & dental)

Maternity leave & bonding time

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Career development & training

Engaging environment

Job summary

CHOPT Creative Salad Co. is seeking a Kitchen Lead to uphold food quality and safety in a fast-paced kitchen on Long Island. You will work with the Back-of-House to prep, set up the line before service, and assist in early prep activities.

The role requires DOH/ServSafe certification, strong communication, and the ability to handle quick changes and busy shifts. Training and growth opportunities are available along with healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• DOH/ServSafe certification and any required city/state food safety certifications
• Basic mathematical and quantitative skills
• Ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Ability to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers and employees

Responsibilities

• Uphold CHOPT’s food quality and safety standards; initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Work with Back-of-House to execute food prep and line setup before service.
• Participate in early opening shift prep and pre-service activities.
• Manage portion control with daily grab tests and report results to GM/AGM.
• Support the General Manager with ordering, receiving, inventory and pars review.
• Lead and communicate prep information during LTO roll-outs.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Mathematics basics

Communication

Manual dexterity

Stamina

Flexibility

Computer literacy

Job description

CHOPT Creative Salad Co. is seeking a Kitchen Lead to uphold food quality and safety in a fast-paced kitchen on Long Island. You will work with the Back-of-House to prep, set up the line before service, and assist in early prep activities.

The role requires DOH/ServSafe certification, strong communication, and the ability to handle quick changes and busy shifts. Training and growth opportunities are available along with healthcare benefits.