Lead Line Cook & Kitchen Leader — Flexible Schedule

CAPSIZED BAR & GRILL LLC; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Training & development

Job summary

Capsized Bar & Grill in Mentor, Ohio is seeking an experienced Lead Line Cook / Sous Chef who can own kitchen execution and help lead the line when the owner is not present. This role requires dependable leadership, organization, and a track record of maintaining food quality, proper temperatures, and timely service during high-volume periods.

You will train staff, enforce recipes and sanitation standards, open and close shifts, and keep the kitchen clean and well-stocked so every plate that

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience required.
• Previous kitchen leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to work efficiently during high-volume service.
• Ability to manage several tickets simultaneously.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stay calm and organized during busy periods.
• Takes responsibility instead of making excuses.
• Cares about consistency, quality, and keeping the kitchen running correctly.

Responsibilities

• Run the line during service and keep tickets moving efficiently.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portions, presentation, and cook temperatures.
• Check plates before they leave the kitchen and follow recipes exactly.
• Direct line cooks and kitchen staff during service; train on recipes and sanitation.
• Open and close standards: prep, station setup, equipment checks, and cleanup.
• Enforce proper labeling, dating, rotation, FIFO, and sanitation procedures.
• Keep walk-ins, coolers, and storage organized; reduce waste through proper prep and rotation.
• Communicate shortages or issues before they become service problems.

Skills

Line cook experience

Kitchen leadership

Food safety & sanitation

High-volume service

Ticket management

Communication

Attendance & punctuality

Calm under pressure

Accountability

Consistency & quality

Job description

Capsized Bar & Grill in Mentor, Ohio is seeking an experienced Lead Line Cook / Sous Chef who can own kitchen execution and help lead the line when the owner is not present. This role requires dependable leadership, organization, and a track record of maintaining food quality, proper temperatures, and timely service during high-volume periods.

You will train staff, enforce recipes and sanitation standards, open and close shifts, and keep the kitchen clean and well-stocked so every plate that