Kitchen Lead

Job Description

Operational Excellence

• Oversee daily prep, cooking, and service line performance.
• Maintain recipe accuracy, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Lead opening and closing kitchen procedures, ensuring full checklist compliance.

Team Leadership & Training

• Train and guide cooks, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Lead pre-shift briefs and post-service debriefs.
• Foster a clean, efficient, and respectful kitchen culture.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Manage weekly inventory counts, waste logs, and storage systems.
• Work with Directors to maintain food cost targets and reduce spoilage.
• Communicate supply needs and track deliveries.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all food safety, temperature, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain accurate HACCP and temperature logs daily.
• Support equipment upkeep and maintenance schedules.

Requirements

• 3+ years in a professional kitchen or BOH leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, sanitation, and line flow.
• Reliable, disciplined, and able to coach others under pressure.
• Familiarity with Revel POS or similar systems is a plus.
• Valid food handler certificate