Kitchen Shift Lead: Fast-Paced Culinary Leader

DoorDash USA; Missouri; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and paid sick leave

Job summary

DoorDash DashMart Kitchens is seeking a Kitchen Shift Lead to guide shift-level kitchen execution within a shared DMK facility. You will lead Kitchen Operations Associates and Shift Coordinators, ensuring food quality, safety, cleanliness, order accuracy, and operational excellence.

You will work in collaboration with DashMart site leadership to align kitchen and warehouse operations, improve workflows, and foster a One Team culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or grocery leadership.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.
• High integrity with a positive attitude.
• Comfortable leading in fast-paced environments.
• Food Handler's Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned kitchen shifts, ensuring strong execution of food preparation standards, cleanliness, safety, and inventory practices.
• Ensure all orders are prepared accurately, on time, and meet quality and food safety standards before handoff.
• Lead and delegate tasks to Kitchen Operations Associates, serving as the primary escalation point for kitchen-related operational challenges.
• Coach team members on proper food safety, cleanliness, and execution standards while modeling professionalism and urgency.
• Partner closely with DashMart Shift Leads and Site Leadership to maintain alignment across kitchen and warehouse operations.
• Support shared facility standards and contribute ideas to improve workflows, efficiency, and overall site performance.
• Foster a collaborative "One Team" environment within the four walls.

Skills

Food service leadership

Kitchen operations

Team leadership

Food safety

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

DoorDash DashMart Kitchens is seeking a Kitchen Shift Lead to guide shift-level kitchen execution within a shared DMK facility. You will lead Kitchen Operations Associates and Shift Coordinators, ensuring food quality, safety, cleanliness, order accuracy, and operational excellence.

You will work in collaboration with DashMart site leadership to align kitchen and warehouse operations, improve workflows, and foster a One Team culture.