Kitchen Operations Leader - High-Volume & Standards

The Outlook Restaurant; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Outlook Restaurant in Westford, MA is seeking a highly motivated working chef to manage the day-to-day operations of our busy kitchen. You will lead, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel while maintaining organization and preparedness for any challenge that arises.

We value experience in high‑volume environments, crew leadership, and a strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and consistent quality across all menu items.

Qualifications

• Lead, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel, assisting in hiring and staff management.
• Ensure staff education on food preparation, daily specials, and consistency across staff.
• Develop and maintain a kitchen sanitation program that complies with state and federal standards.
• Maintain high quality food standards through supervision of production, sanitation, and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel during service hours.
• Educate staff on food preparation, daily specials, and consistency.
• Maintain and monitor kitchen sanitation to comply with regulations.
• Monitor production quality, sanitation, and food safety across storage and service areas.
• Coordinate with front-of-house for smooth shift communications.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Organization

Scheduling

Inventory management

Line cooking

Food safety

Communication

Team-building

Job description

The Outlook Restaurant in Westford, MA is seeking a highly motivated working chef to manage the day-to-day operations of our busy kitchen. You will lead, schedule, and supervise kitchen personnel while maintaining organization and preparedness for any challenge that arises.

We value experience in high‑volume environments, crew leadership, and a strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and consistent quality across all menu items.