Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager

StaffedUp; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Food discounts

Tips pool included

Uniform provided

Advancement opportunities

Community-focused restaurant

Job summary

Super Taco is seeking a Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations, mentor staff, and ensure top-quality menu execution in a fast-paced restaurant environment. This full-time role offers leadership responsibilities, a chance to influence daily service, and growth within a supportive team.

Responsibilities include cooking to recipes, maintaining safety standards, supervising kitchen staff, and coordinating with front-of-house for smooth service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a line cook, lead cook, or in a fast-paced kitchen is required.
• Experience supervising or training kitchen staff is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Must be available for full-time shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen staff to ensure smooth, efficient service in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before each shift.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Oversee receiving, storage, and rotation of deliveries and inventory.
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and restaurant standards.
• Ensure consistent food quality, freshness, and attractive presentation.
• Enforce safe food handling procedures and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house team to ensure seamless guest service.
• Assist with scheduling, inventory management, and other kitchen administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager - Full Time
Super Taco

Spanish job description is below. / La descripción del trabajo en español está abajo.

Job Summary

Step up your career with Super Taco as our Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager! Join a vibrant, fast-paced kitchen team where your culinary skills and leadership will shine. As a key member of our full-service restaurant, you'll oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, and help deliver the fresh, flavorful food our guests love. With quarterly bonuses, generous food discounts, and a supportive team, Super Taco Template is the perfect place to grow your hospitality career.

Key Responsibilities

• Kitchen Operations
  • Lead and supervise the kitchen staff to ensure smooth, efficient service in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies before each shift
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness of all kitchen equipment and work areas
  • Oversee receiving, storage, and rotation of deliveries and inventory
• Food Preparation
  • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and restaurant standards
  • Ensure consistent food quality, freshness, and attractive presentation
  • Enforce safe food handling procedures and maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen
• Team Leadership
  • Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment
  • Communicate effectively with front-of-house team to ensure seamless guest service
• Administrative Responsibilities
  • Assist with scheduling, inventory management, and other kitchen administrative tasks as needed

Requirements

• Previous experience as a line cook, lead cook, or in a fast-paced kitchen required
• Experience supervising or training kitchen staff preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety standards
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Must be available for full-time shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Schedule

Full-time; must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Quarterly bonus eligible
• 50% off food when working; 20% off food when dining at other Super Taco locations or ordering to-go
• Included in online tips pool
• Uniform provided
• Fun, collaborative, and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for advancement in our growing hospitality team
• Work at a respected, community-focused restaurant

Cocinero Líder / Gerente de Cocina - Tiempo Completo

Super Taco

La descripción en inglés está arriba. / English job description above.

Resumen del Puesto

¡Impulsa tu carrera con Super Taco como nuestro Cocinero Líder / Gerente de Cocina! Únete a un equipo de cocina dinámico y de ritmo rápido donde tus habilidades culinarias y de liderazgo destacarán. Serás una pieza clave supervisando las operaciones de cocina, guiando al personal y ayudando a entregar la comida fresca y sabrosa que nuestros clientes adoran. Con bonos trimestrales, generosos descuentos en alimentos y un equipo de apoyo, Super Taco Template es el lugar ideal para crecer en el sector de la hospitalidad.

Responsabilidades Clave

• Operaciones de Cocina
  • Liderar y supervisar al personal de cocina para asegurar un servicio eficiente en un entorno de cocina de ritmo rápido
  • Preparar y abastecer las estaciones con todos los suministros necesarios antes de cada turno
  • Mantener la organización y limpieza de todo el equipo y áreas de trabajo de la cocina
  • Supervisar la recepción, almacenamiento y rotación de entregas e inventario
• Preparación de Alimentos
  • Preparar y cocinar los platillos del menú según recetas y estándares del restaurante
  • Asegurar la calidad, frescura y presentación atractiva de los alimentos
  • Aplicar procedimientos seguros de manejo de alimentos y mantener la cocina limpia y sanitaria
• Liderazgo de Equipo
  • Capacitar, motivar y guiar al personal de cocina, fomentando un ambiente de equipo positivo
  • Comunicación efectiva con el equipo de atención al cliente para un servicio fluido
• Responsabilidades Administrativas
  • Ayudar con la programación de turnos, manejo de inventario y otras tareas administrativas de cocina según sea necesario

Requisitos

• Experiencia previa como cocinero de línea, cocinero líder o en una cocina de ritmo rápido (requerido)
• Experiencia supervisando o capacitando personal de cocina (preferible)
• Gran atención al detalle y compromiso con los estándares de seguridad alimentaria
• Excelentes habilidades de comunicación y liderazgo
• Capacidad para trabajar eficientemente bajo presión
• Puntual, confiable y orientado al trabajo en equipo
• Disponibilidad para trabajar turnos de tiempo completo, incluyendo noches, fines de semana y días festivos según sea necesario

Horario

Tiempo completo; se requiere disponibilidad para trabajar noches, fines de semana y días festivos.