SandwichSalad Lead

Foothills Milling Cafe Inc; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Foothills Milling Cafe Inc. in Maryville, TN seeks a Lead Sandwich/Salad Maker to oversee daily food preparation operations and lead a small team. You will maintain high standards for salads, sandwiches, and sides, ensuring quality, appearance, and safety while thriving in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate has supervisory kitchen experience, strong time management, and the ability to stay calm under pressure, guiding staff with a positive example for smooth service.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in a commercial kitchen, deli, or fast-casual environment, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Ability to handle high volume during peak periods.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up area with necessary tools, equipment and product.
• Direct the team during peak hours to ensure fast, accurate order fulfillment.
• Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner.
• Monitor stock levels, perform opening/closing inventory checks, and communicate ordering needs to management.
• Follow all food safety regulations and ensure the team does as well.
• General cleaning duties.

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Time management

Calm under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Education

ServeSafe Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sandwich/ Salad Lead to join our team at the Foothills Milling Cafe. The Lead Sandwich/Salad Maker oversees the daily operations of the food preparation station. This role balances high-quality food production with team leadership, ensuring that all salads, sandwiches, and sides meet visual, taste, and safety standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains a positive attitude under pressure, and leads by example to keep service running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Set up the area with necessary tools, equipment and product
• Direct the team during peak hours to ensure fast, accurate order fulfillment
• Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner
• Monitor stock levels, perform opening/closing inventory checks, and communicate ordering needs to management
• Follow all food safety regulations and assure the team does as well
• General cleaning duties

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen, deli, or fast-casual environment, preferably in a supervisory role
• Ability to handle a high volume during a short period of time
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification a plus
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure
• Excellent time management skills

Team work oriented