Kitchen Lead: Train, Quality & High-Volume Prep

Woodlark Hotel Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlark Hotel Portland is looking for a qualified kitchen assistant to support the Executive Chef in daily operations, prepare items for hotel outlets, and ensure food safety and quality across all service areas.

You will help train new cooks, coordinate station tasks, and maintain precise mise en place while monitoring sanitation, temperatures, and presentation to deliver consistent guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years cooking experience, preferably high-volume environments.
• Food Handlers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Read menu to estimate food requirements and help order food from suppliers.
• Assist in training new culinary staff members.
• Coordinate and expedite kitchen staff to ensure consistency in quality and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

High-volume cooking

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Independent work

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Woodlark Hotel Portland is looking for a qualified kitchen assistant to support the Executive Chef in daily operations, prepare items for hotel outlets, and ensure food safety and quality across all service areas.

You will help train new cooks, coordinate station tasks, and maintain precise mise en place while monitoring sanitation, temperatures, and presentation to deliver consistent guest experiences.