Kitchen Leader: Elevate Quality, Cost Control & Team Growth

Tacoria - Summit; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Candidates should have 3–5 years of kitchen leadership experience, strong cooking knowledge, and a proven ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume environment. This position offers growth and a dynamic team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of kitchen experience, including leadership or management (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Leadership and team development skills
• Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise cooks, prep staff, and dishwashers
• Create schedules and manage labor to meet business needs
• Lead by example during service, maintaining a calm and organized kitchen
• Coach staff on technique, consistency, and food safety
• Ensure dishes meet quality, portion, and presentation standards
• Maintain consistency in recipes and cooking procedures
• Conduct regular line checks and tastings
• Oversee final food presentation
• Manage food inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Control food costs, waste, and portioning
• Conduct regular inventory counts and track usage trends
• Ensure proper storage and rotation (FIFO methods)

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Candidates should have 3–5 years of kitchen leadership experience, strong cooking knowledge, and a proven ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume environment. This position offers growth and a dynamic team atmosphere.