Kitchen Manager/ Line Cook

Vincent's Deli; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus after 120 days

Full-time position (40 hours/week)

Job summary

Vincent's Deli in Alaska is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook to lead daily kitchen operations, ensure high food quality, cleanliness, and organization, and guide a team during busy services.

The role covers all kitchen stations, menu development, weekly specials, and training, with a full-time schedule (about 40 hours per week) and a $20.00 per hour wage plus a $500 signing bonus after 120 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Experience working multiple kitchen stations.
• Comfort leading a kitchen line and directing staff.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to remain calm and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Pride in cleanliness, food quality, and consistency.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Previous leadership roles such as lead cook or sous chef preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen crew during daily operations and service
• Take charge of the line and ensure food is prepared and served consistently and efficiently
• Be knowledgeable and capable of working all kitchen positions, including grill, sauté, flat top, fryer, prep, and cold side
• Help create and execute weekly specials and new menu ideas
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative ideas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked kitchen
• Ensure proper food preparation, storage, sanitation, and food-safety procedures are followed
• Help train, guide, and motivate kitchen staff
• Keep the kitchen running efficiently during busy services
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues
• Lead by example with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Work closely with management to ensure smooth daily kitchen operations

Skills

Kitchen experience

Leadership

Time management

Food safety

Cleanliness and quality

Attendance reliability

Calm under pressure

ServSafe (plus)

Leadership roles

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Full-Time - 40 Hours Per Week

$500 Signing Bonus After 120 Days

We are looking for an experienced, hardworking Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who knows the kitchen inside and out, takes pride in their work, and can lead a team while maintaining a high standard of food quality, cleanliness, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen crew during daily operations and service
• Take charge of the line and ensure food is prepared and served consistently and efficiently
• Be knowledgeable and capable of working all kitchen positions, including grill, sauté, flat top, fryer, prep, and cold side
• Help create and execute weekly specials and new menu ideas
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative ideas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked kitchen
• Ensure proper food preparation, storage, sanitation, and food-safety procedures are followed
• Help train, guide, and motivate kitchen staff
• Keep the kitchen running efficiently during busy services
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues
• Lead by example with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Work closely with management to ensure smooth daily kitchen operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional kitchen experience
• Strong experience working multiple kitchen stations
• Must be comfortable leading a kitchen line and directing kitchen staff
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to remain calm and productive in a fast-paced environment
• Must take pride in cleanliness, food quality, and consistency
• ServSafe Certification is a plus
• Previous leadership, lead cook, sous chef, or kitchen management experience is preferred

What We Offer

• $20.00 per hour
• $500 signing bonus after 120 days of employment
• Full-time position - approximately 40 hours per week
• Opportunity to have a direct impact on weekly specials and menu development
• Leadership role with room to grow
• A hands-on position where your experience and ideas are valued