Kitchen Shift Lead

SUNNYVALE; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision Insurance

401k match

Free shift meal

Employee discount

Dynamic and innovative environment

Meaningful brand impact

Job summary

goop kitchen in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Shift Lead to extend management, oversee daily operations, and uphold our clean, health-conscious standards in food prep, sanitation and safety.

You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure quality, lead by example, and help maintain safety, equipment, and adherence to recipes and portioning; prior leadership and ServSafe certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year proven experience as a lead or supervisor in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Deep knowledge of clean eating principles and allergen-friendly cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to supervise and motivate staff.
• Excellent organizational skills to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to sustainability, ingredient integrity, and high cleanliness standards.
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen staff and lead daily operations.
• Prepare a variety of dishes using established recipes and methods.
• Maintain quality and standard portions, presentation, and safety.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and proper storage of products.
• Monitor equipment and notify management about replacements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and train staff on standards.

Skills

Staff Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Sustainability

Food Safety

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Description

The Shift Lead is responsible for being an extension of management overseeing daily operations and ensuring standards are being met to our clean, health conscious standards in food prep, sanitation and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Supervise and lead kitchen staff, ensuring a positive and efficient working environment while maintaining high performance and productivity to support management.
• Prepare a variety of dishes ranging from meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other items using the restaurant’s established recipes.
• Prepare dishes by cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, and a variety of kitchen equipment.
• Assume responsibility for quality of products served.
• Master recipes for all kitchen stations.
• Comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Always maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Uphold company safety and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of our employees.
• Evaluates maintenance of all kitchen equipment and notifies the management if there is a need for new or replacement equipment.
• Adheres to all kitchen safety protocols and sanitation standards and helps to hold staff accountable during shift.
• Performs supplementary tasks as deemed necessary for the role.

Qualifications & Experience

• 1 Year proven experience as a Lead or supervisor, preferably in a fast-paced, health-conscious, or wellness-focused kitchen environment.
• Deep knowledge of clean eating principles, dietary restrictions, and allergen-friendly cooking techniques.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to supervise and motivate kitchen staff.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to sustainability, ingredient integrity, and high standards of kitchen cleanliness.
• ServSafe certification or other relevant food safety certification.

Essential Physical Functions

• Standing & Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods, often for the entire shift.
• Lifting & Carrying: Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds (e.g., boxes of ingredients, kitchen equipment) without assistance.
• Bending & Reaching: Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and stretching is required while working in the kitchen or accessing inventory.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle knives, kitchen tools, and equipment with precision and safety.
• Temperature Tolerance: Must be able to work in hot, cold, and humid environments, including near ovens, stoves, and refrigeration units.
• Visual & Auditory Ability: Must have strong visual and auditory ability to oversee food preparation, ensure accuracy, and communicate with the kitchen team effectively.
• Mobility: Must have the physical stamina to move efficiently between different kitchen areas and stations throughout the shift.
• Potential Allergens: Must be able to tolerate potential allergens, such as peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental Vision Insurance*
• 401k match*
• Free shift meal
• Employee discount
• Opportunity to build and work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on a rapidly growing brand.

About goop kitchen

goop kitchen is an upscale fast-casual concept, founded by Gwyneth Paltrow in 2021, serving real, clean, and delicious food made-to-order. The brand focuses on thoughtfully sourced ingredients and chef-driven menus designed primarily for delivery and takeout.