Kitchen Leader: Lead from Scratch & Develop Your Team

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid weekly

Bonuses based on performance

Complimentary meal during each shift

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Hands-on training

Fast-track to Kitchen Leader/GM

Job summary

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen in Chicago is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and ensure all food is prepared from scratch according to our recipes and standards.

You will lead production, organize the kitchen, and develop Sous Chefs who can execute at a high level, planning the right amount at the right time to maintain fresh, high-quality food across shifts.

Qualifications

• Has experience working in a busy kitchen and preparing food from scratch.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with common kitchen equipment.
• Enjoys training, supporting, and working alongside other team members.
• Can keep the kitchen organized and running smoothly during busy shifts.
• Communicates clearly, solves problems, and treats everyone with respect.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in preparing our produce, sauces, marinades, and proteins from scratch.
• Plan daily prep so the restaurant always has enough fresh food without making too much.
• Train and support Sous Chefs while keeping the kitchen organized and running smoothly.
• Keep track of inventory, deliveries, labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and communicate with the front-line team to keep service flowing.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Kitchen management

Communication

Team training

Knife skills

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen in Chicago is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and ensure all food is prepared from scratch according to our recipes and standards.

You will lead production, organize the kitchen, and develop Sous Chefs who can execute at a high level, planning the right amount at the right time to maintain fresh, high-quality food across shifts.