Upscale Kitchen Lead & Mentor Cook

Kids for the Future; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Success Coach every Thursday

Fifty percent off your restaurant bill

401 (k)

Discounted Bus Passes

PTO Program

& so much more!

Job summary

The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, MI is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations in the absence of Sous Chefs, ensuring guest satisfaction and timely food production.

You will mentor Cook 2s and Cook 3s, demonstrate advanced culinary methods, and uphold safety and hygiene standards in a fast-paced upscale restaurant environment.

This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with 4+ years experience in an upscale restaurant kitchen.
• Previous supervisory experience is a plus.
• Culinary degree or formal training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the running of the kitchen in the absence of Sous Chefs/Chefs.
• Make informed decisions when food issues arise to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Mentor and coach Cook 2’s and Cook 3’s to complete their functions.
• Identify and prepare foods with current ingredients and SOPs.
• Open and close kitchen duties and manage stations across kitchens.
• Ensure quality control of all food products and maintain safety standards.
• Prepare and execute soups and sauces with minimal supervision.
• Maintain professional, efficient operations under pressure.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume

Food safety

Mentoring

Time management

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, MI is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations in the absence of Sous Chefs, ensuring guest satisfaction and timely food production.

You will mentor Cook 2s and Cook 3s, demonstrate advanced culinary methods, and uphold safety and hygiene standards in a fast-paced upscale restaurant environment.

This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.