Kitchen Team Leader: Cost Control & Mentorship

Life Time Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and服务

401(k) retirement savings plan with .

Job summary

Life Time Inc. is seeking a LifeCafe Chef to lead the assembly and prep team, ensuring recipe accuracy and portion control while managing costs to meet budgets. You will guide cooks and dishwashers and collaborate with the Café Leader on staffing decisions.

The role emphasizes general kitchen leadership, cost awareness, and delivering quality food in a fast-paced environment at Life Time locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of kitchen/food service experience.
• ServSafe Food Manager Certification or equivalent.
• ServSafe Alcohol Safety or equivalent (if applicable).
• ServSafe Allergen Certification or equivalent (if applicable).
• Ability to stay calm and resolve production issues.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily back-of-house operations, including cleanliness, ordering, and par levels.
• Monitor cooks and dishwashers to ensure proper portions and recipe adherence.
• Train and develop kitchen staff with ongoing feedback.
• Control food costs through recipes, ordering, and inventory.
• Support hiring, promotion, and termination decisions with the Café Leader.

Skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Life Time Inc. is seeking a LifeCafe Chef to lead the assembly and prep team, ensuring recipe accuracy and portion control while managing costs to meet budgets. You will guide cooks and dishwashers and collaborate with the Café Leader on staffing decisions.

The role emphasizes general kitchen leadership, cost awareness, and delivering quality food in a fast-paced environment at Life Time locations.