Kitchen Operations Lead - High-Volume & Quality

Sessions West Coast Deli; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

Sessions West Coast Deli in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Leader to oversee back-of-house operations. The role focuses on efficient kitchen management, food production, inventory control, and cost efficiencies while upholding high standards of safety and cleanliness.

You will collaborate with restaurant leadership to ensure seamless kitchen operations, staff training, and adherence to health and safety regulations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchen management in high-volume service.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor staff.
• Experience with cost control and inventory systems.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inventory and ordering: manage par-based purchasing and monitor stock to control food costs.
• Staff management: schedule and supervise kitchen staff to meet demand.
• Quality control: oversee food prep and presentation; perform line checks and temperature logs.
• Health and safety: enforce sanitation and regulatory compliance in the kitchen.
• Communication: coordinate with management and participate in meetings to resolve issues.
• System maintenance: implement prep lists, order guides, and daily walkthroughs.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Staff management

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Sessions West Coast Deli in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Leader to oversee back-of-house operations. The role focuses on efficient kitchen management, food production, inventory control, and cost efficiencies while upholding high standards of safety and cleanliness.

You will collaborate with restaurant leadership to ensure seamless kitchen operations, staff training, and adherence to health and safety regulations in a fast-paced environment.