Kitchen Team Lead - Fast-Paced Prep & Customer Service

Molo Petroleum, LLC; Davenport (IA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Vacation and sick leave

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Helen's Bakery is seeking a Kitchen Lead to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure top-quality food. You’ll supervise staff, mentor teammates, and uphold sanitation and safety standards while coordinating with the Bakery General Manager.

Responsibilities include training, inventory management, and cost control, with a focus on exceptional customer service in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in restaurant, kitchen, or quick-service food is required.
• Leadership or shift-lead experience is preferred.
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations for Krispy Krunchy Chicken and Godfather's.
• Prepare sandwiches, pizzas, and other items per company standards.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet expectations.
• Train, coach, and support kitchen team members.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory management, and ordering.
• Help manage food costs by minimizing waste and controlling portions.
• Maintain sanitation and health department standards.
• Support scheduling and shift coverage as needed.
• Lead by example in customer service and teamwork.
• Address operational and customer concerns as they arise.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Collaborate with Bakery General Manager and other team leaders.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Organized

Self-motivated

Team leadership

Customer-focused

Detail-oriented

Fast-paced environment

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Leadership or shift lead experience preferred

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Helen's Bakery is seeking a Kitchen Lead to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure top-quality food. You’ll supervise staff, mentor teammates, and uphold sanitation and safety standards while coordinating with the Bakery General Manager.

Responsibilities include training, inventory management, and cost control, with a focus on exceptional customer service in a busy kitchen environment.