Kitchen Lead - The Orangery

The Orangery; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orangery in Dallas seeks a Kitchen Lead to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality food preparation. You will support kitchen staff, uphold cleanliness, and collaborate with management to maintain consistency and timely service.

You will supervise cooking, plating, and safety compliance, train team members, and coordinate with front-of-house to deliver an excellent dining experience for guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in a lead kitchen role.
• Certified Food Handler preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Customer-centric approach.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Culinary Management to oversee all aspects of food preparation and ensure consistency and adherence to recipes.
• Execute preparation of menu items using grilling, sautéing, frying, roasting and baking methods.
• Monitor food presentation and ensure standards before serving guests.
• Train new and current kitchen staff on techniques, safety, and sanitation.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, grills, and fryers safely.
• Understand menu ingredients and preparation methods in depth.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely order preparation and delivery.
• Manage multiple orders, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Report inconsistencies or quality issues to the chef or kitchen supervisor.
• Enforce health and safety regulations including proper handling and storage.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections to address hazards.
• Oversee maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment for longevity.
• Maintain high standards of food quality through regular taste tests and checks.
• Foster open communication and teamwork with front-of-house staff and management.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Respond quickly to emergencies or equipment failures in the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Safety compliance

Communication

Stamina

Education

Certified Food Handler

Tools

Stoves

Ovens

Grills

Fryers

Job description

The Kitchen Lead is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations to ensure food is prepared efficiently, safely, and to quality standards. This role supports kitchen staff, maintains cleanliness and organization, and ensures compliance with all health and safety regulations. The Kitchen Lead works closely with management to uphold consistency, manage workflow, and deliver an excellent dining experience for guests.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Culinary Management to oversee all aspects of food preparation, including portioning, cooking, and plating, to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to recipes.
• Execute the preparation of menu items utilizing various cooking methods such as grilling, sautéing, frying, roasting, and baking to achieve desired flavors and textures.
• Monitor food presentation and ensure it meets standards before delivering to guests.
• Train new and current kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, safety procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Exhibit proficiency in handling kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, grills, and fryers.
• Acquire a thorough understanding of the restaurant's menu, including ingredient details and preparation methods.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure the timely preparation and delivery of orders.
• Manage multiple orders simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet service deadlines without compromising food quality.
• Report any inconsistencies or quality issues to the chef or kitchen supervisor.
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen to identify and address any health or safety hazards.
• Oversee the maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment, such as stoves, ovens, and refrigerators, to ensure proper functionality and longevity.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency by conducting regular taste tests and quality checks.
• Foster open communication and teamwork among kitchen staff and other departments, such as front-of-house staff and management.
• Adhere to Company policies and procedures.
• Respond quickly and effectively to any unexpected challenges or emergencies in the kitchen, such as equipment malfunctions or staff shortages.

Must Haves

• Previous experience in a lead Kitchen role
• Certified Food Handler a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards
• Customer-centric
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Employment Transparency

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of qualified applicants and employees with a disability pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act and any applicable state and local laws unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to apply for a position or to participate in an interview, please contact the Human Resources department.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities including essential job functions may change at any time with or without notice, to the extent permitted by applicable law.