Mexican Kitchen Lead & Menu Innovator

Scratch Bakery Cafe; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

A new modern Mexican restaurant in Laguna Hills is seeking a Chef / Kitchen Manager. In this role, you will lead kitchen operations and collaborate on a fresh menu, emphasizing quality and authenticity. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of management experience, a strong background in Mexican cuisine, and necessary certifications. This position offers a chance to shape a vibrant culinary experience. Competitive salary to be discussed during the interview.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen management experience in a fast casual or QSR environment.
• Strong background in Mexican cuisine required.
• ServSafe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and finalize menu in collaboration with ownership.
• Manage all kitchen operations, including prep and quality control.
• Hire, train, and lead kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

A new modern Mexican restaurant in Laguna Hills is seeking a Chef / Kitchen Manager. In this role, you will lead kitchen operations and collaborate on a fresh menu, emphasizing quality and authenticity. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of management experience, a strong background in Mexican cuisine, and necessary certifications. This position offers a chance to shape a vibrant culinary experience. Competitive salary to be discussed during the interview.