Latin Kitchen Lead: Develop Team & Elevate High-Volume Ops

Critical Velocity Talent Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Job summary

Critical Velocity Talent Solutions is seeking passionate culinary leaders for a Latin-inspired restaurant brand in Tampa. You will lead back-of-house teams, drive quality and consistency, and manage kitchen operations to exceed safety and cleanliness standards.

Ideal candidates have strong Latin cuisine background, hands-on leadership, and a passion for coaching teams. Spanish-speaking or bilingual abilities are preferred to support diverse staff and guests.

Qualifications

• Kitchen leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong hands-on experience with Latin cuisine.
• Spanish-speaking or bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop BOH teams
• Drive food quality, consistency, and execution
• Manage inventory, food costs, and kitchen operations
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are always exceeded
• Create a culture of accountability, energy, and teamwork

Skills

Latin cuisine experience

Kitchen leadership

Coaching and developing team

Job description

Critical Velocity Talent Solutions is seeking passionate culinary leaders for a Latin-inspired restaurant brand in Tampa. You will lead back-of-house teams, drive quality and consistency, and manage kitchen operations to exceed safety and cleanliness standards.

Ideal candidates have strong Latin cuisine background, hands-on leadership, and a passion for coaching teams. Spanish-speaking or bilingual abilities are preferred to support diverse staff and guests.