Kitchen Leader: Lead From-Scratch Prep & Team Growth

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Weekly pay

Bonus opportunities

Complimentary meal during each shift

Medical dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Hands-on training and growth

Job summary

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and ensure all ingredients and sauces are prepared from scratch according to SeoulSpice standards. You will lead production, organize the kitchen, and develop Sous Chefs to perform at a high level, planning the right amount at the right time to keep fresh, high-quality food available.

Responsibilities include leading the team, planning daily prep, training Sous Chefs, tracking inventory, and

Qualifications

• Experience 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 produce, sauces, marinades, and proteins from scratch.
• Plan daily prep so the restaurant has enough fresh food without overproducing.
• 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

Kitchen leadership

Communication

Team training

Food prep from scratch

Knife skills

Job description

SeoulSpice Korean Kitchen is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and ensure all ingredients and sauces are prepared from scratch according to SeoulSpice standards. You will lead production, organize the kitchen, and develop Sous Chefs to perform at a high level, planning the right amount at the right time to keep fresh, high-quality food available.

Responsibilities include leading the team, planning daily prep, training Sous Chefs, tracking inventory, and