Kitchen Leader: Lead, Train & Streamline Service

maman | plaza midwood; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A popular French bakery and café in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Kitchen Leader who is passionate about food and values excellent customer service. This role involves managing kitchen inventory, hiring and training staff, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Ideal candidates should have supervisory experience and a food handling certification. The position is full-time with benefits including health insurance and paid time off, and involves working in a casual dining environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Kitchen Lead preferred.
• 2 years of supervising experience required.
• Certification in food handling is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to ensure availability of all ingredients.
• Hire and train new staff for quick acclimation.
• Streamline kitchen processes for prompt service.
• Work with the Culinary Director on menu development.
• Set and verify cleaning standards for the kitchen.
• Create schedules for kitchen staff.
• Track kitchen finances to minimize waste.
• Maintain culinary and food safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with Texas State Health Department regulations.
• Train new staff members.

Skills

Inventory management

Team leadership

Food safety compliance

Training new staff

Customer service

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

A popular French bakery and café in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Kitchen Leader who is passionate about food and values excellent customer service. This role involves managing kitchen inventory, hiring and training staff, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Ideal candidates should have supervisory experience and a food handling certification. The position is full-time with benefits including health insurance and paid time off, and involves working in a casual dining environment.