Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager

StaffedUp; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Quarterly bonus eligible

Food discounts

Job summary

Super Taco is seeking a Lead Cook / Kitchen Manager to join our vibrant, fast-paced kitchen team. You will oversee kitchen operations, mentor staff, and help deliver fresh, flavorful food while driving a positive, collaborative environment.

This full-time role includes quarterly bonuses, generous food discounts, and opportunities for advancement in a growing hospitality team. You will set up stations, supervise receiving and inventory, ensure safety standards, and coordinate with front-of-house

Qualifications

• Experience as line cook or lead cook in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience supervising or training kitchen staff preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen staff to ensure smooth service in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Set up and stock stations before each shift.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Oversee receiving, storage and rotation of deliveries and inventory.
• Train, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Coordinate with front-of-house for seamless guest service.
• Assist with scheduling, inventory management and other kitchen admin tasks.

Skills

Line cook experience

Lead cook experience

Kitchen staff supervision

Food safety

Communication

Leadership

Ability to work under pressure

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.