Kitchen Shift Lead

Leo's Market and Eatery; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Leo's Market and Eatery is seeking a Kitchen Shift Lead to join our culinary team. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.

You will oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, ensure recipes and portion sizes are followed, and uphold food safety guidelines while maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout each shift.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a kitchen setting
• Strong communication and team motivation skills
• Ability to problem-solve and manage shifts efficiently
• Attention to detail in portioning and presentation
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Lead shift in production and kitchen operation.
• Mentor kitchen staff and ensure adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare vegetables and portion meats as required.
• Coordinate cooking sequence to meet daily needs.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and uphold safety guidelines.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering supplies.
• Lead by example to foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

We are seeking a talented and passionate Kitchen Shift Lead to join our culinary team. As an integral member of our kitchen brigade, the Kitchen Shift Lead will work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.

Responsibilities:

• Successfully lead shift in completion of production, execution of customer orders and overall kitchen operation and cleanliness.
• Oversee and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
• Wash, cut and prepare a variety of vegetables, slice and portion meats.
• Execute sequence and time of cooking operations to meet daily production needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in ordering supplies to meet operational needs.
• Lead by example, fostering a positive and professional work environment.

Requirements:

• Work in a team-driven environment, take direction, offer direction and assist with problem-solving.
• Proven experience working in a kitchen, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and food safety standards
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Join our team and be part of a dynamic culinary environment where creativity, teamwork, and excellence are celebrated. If you have a passion for food and a desire to elevate your culinary career, we want to hear from you!