Lead Line Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Workstream; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Health rewards program

Growth opportunities

Team oriented culture

Job summary

Hellas Bakery & Pita in Tarpon Springs, FL, seeks a Sous Chef to bridge leadership and the kitchen team, ensuring quality and safety across stations. You will work with the Kitchen Manager on cooking, prep, and plating, while supporting staff and maintaining health code compliance.

Responsibilities include leading service, opening/closing procedures, inventory oversight, and ensuring timely execution. A culinary background with leadership experience is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as Lead Line Cook or Sous Chef.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a team-first mindset.
• Expertise in BOH operations, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety.
• Current Food Manager Certification is required.
• Flexible availability including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Familiarity with Office tools and kitchen management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen execution during peak service, directing station support to maintain ticket times and plate quality.
• Direct opening/closing procedures with precision and organization.
• Develop BOH station execution, timing, and plating standards.
• Coordinate line, expo, and kitchen support to maintain timely execution.
• Maintain quality control via line checks and taste testing.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and rotation to control costs and reduce waste.
• Oversee assigned departments, including hiring, training, and performance management.

Skills

Lead Line Cook

Sous Chef

Leadership

Communication

Kitchen safety

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Food Manager Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Margin Edge

Jolt

HotSchedules

Aloha

Krunch

Job description

Hellas Bakery & Pita in Tarpon Springs, FL, seeks a Sous Chef to bridge leadership and the kitchen team, ensuring quality and safety across stations. You will work with the Kitchen Manager on cooking, prep, and plating, while supporting staff and maintaining health code compliance.

Responsibilities include leading service, opening/closing procedures, inventory oversight, and ensuring timely execution. A culinary background with leadership experience is required.