Kitchen Team Lead: Training & Ops Coach

Pura Vida Miami Llc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Discounted meals

Growth opportunities

401(k) match

Job summary

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead and communicate daily kitchen responsibilities, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

You will coach staff, manage training, monitor food costs, and uphold health and safety standards while coordinating with the Kitchen Manager to implement menu changes. The role requires at least 3 years in food production or dining, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a food production facility, fast paced restaurant, or full dining service.
• Local/municipal Food Handler certification, acquired at applicant’s expense
• Organized and detail oriented
• Experience training and developing kitchen staff
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen
• Flexibility to work closing shifts and weekends
• Culinary school certification or Restaurant Management degree is a plus
• Comfortable using a computer and POS software
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Supervise and communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to kitchen personnel in conjunction with the Kitchen Manager.
• Observe and evaluate employees’ performance and provide coaching as appropriate.
• Assist Kitchen Manager with recruitment, selection, promotion, management, development and progressive discipline of personnel.
• Assist the Kitchen Manager in developing and implementing action plans to improve operating results and personnel development.
• Collaborate with the Kitchen Manager to streamline kitchen operations, maintain efficiency, and manage food costs effectively.
• Provide product feedback to the Kitchen Manager, including making recommendations regarding products and merchandise.
• Work alongside Kitchen Manager to guarantee that all new menu additions and product alterations align with our quality standards.
• Assist in implementing and managing kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures throughout shifts.
• Facilitate training sessions for kitchen staff, covering prep work techniques and presentation standards.
• Communicate and model the vision and values of the company to foster a positive work environment and teamwork.
• Monitor kitchen procedures to ensure strict compliance with local, state, and federal food handling regulations and standards.
• Ensure kitchen personnel comply with established policies, procedures, and customer satisfaction guidelines, including those contained in the Employee Handbook.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all kitchen positions.

Skills

Staff training

Coaching

Food safety knowledge

Operations management

Communication

Flexibility

Detail oriented

Physical fitness

Computer skills

Education

Culinary school certification

Restaurant Management degree

Tools

POS software

Office software

Job description

Pura Vida Miami is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to lead and communicate daily kitchen responsibilities, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

You will coach staff, manage training, monitor food costs, and uphold health and safety standards while coordinating with the Kitchen Manager to implement menu changes. The role requires at least 3 years in food production or dining, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work weekends.