Kitchen Shift Lead

American Beauty; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages + tips

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible schedules

Free meal with every shift

Career advancement opportunities

Company Dining Program

Job summary

American Beauty in Santa Barbara is looking for Kitchen Shift Leads who are passionate about quality food and hospitality. As part of a lively and productive team, you will help create memorable experiences for guests while leading others. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of restaurant experience, preferably in a supervisory role, and excels in building positive relationships. Enjoy competitive wages of $25-$29/hour plus benefits including medical, dental, and a fun work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a fast casual environment that values quality food.
• At least one year in a Kitchen Supervisor or Shift Lead role.
• Strong focus on building positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a productive team environment.
• Help grow the business by creating genuine experiences.
• Maintain service standards and provide excellent training.

Skills

Team leadership

Positive relationships with guests

Calm and solutions-oriented

Job description

The team behind the beloved Venice steakhouse, American Beauty, opened a daytime scratch kitchen burger joint called The Win~Dow. This is not your typical burger! Our quality obsessed chefs grill our burgers with the same attention and skill as they do the prime cut steaks at American Beauty. The Win~Dow is adored by locals and chefs alike and has grown from a humble neighborhood stand to a cult-followed destination serving over 3,000 happy guests weekly.

We are looking for Kitchen Shift Leads who are committed to inspiring an up-beat, productive and fun team environment. You will help grow the business by creating genuine experiences and building positive relationships with guests, our team, and vendors.

Our family of restaurants includes Superba Food + Bread, Superba Snacks + Coffee, Pitfire Artisan Pizza, and American Beauty. Join a growing company with endless opportunity, resources, and a commitment to hospitality, art and being a positive force in the community.

We Offer:

• Competitive wages + TIP$ (~$25 - $29 / hour including tips)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan for team members who are full time or full time equivalent (please inquire for more details)
• Flexible schedules so you can pursue all of your outside interests
• Exposure to scratch kitchen operations and chefs who care deeply about quality, consistency and ingredients
• A free meal with every shift
• A fun and inclusive work environment
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities with a rapidly expanding restaurant group
• Company Dining Program (Pitfire, Superba, American Beauty, & The Win~Dow)

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in a fast casual environment that values quality food, with at least one year in a Kitchen Supervisor or Shift Lead role- scratch kitchen experience strongly preferred!
• Focus on building positive relationships with guests and team members
• Commitment to our service standards and excellent training
• Create a memorable experience for every guest and role model heartfelt hospitality
• Calm, positive and solutions oriented when under pressure

We are an EEO Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.