Prepared Foods Lead

Job description:Love preparing great food and helping a team succeed? McKinnon's is looking for a hands-on Prepared Foods Team Lead for our Portsmouth store. We're seeking someone who takes pride in fresh, delicious food, keeps a busy department organized, and leads by example.Pay is based on fit and experience...come talk to us!What You'll DoHelp lead daily operations in our kitchen and prepared foods department.Work alongside the team to prepare, cook, package, and display meals and side dishes.Maintain consistent food quality, freshness, presentation, and portion sizes.Coordinate daily prep and production to keep popular items available throughout the day.Train and support team members, helping prioritize tasks during busy periods.Follow food safety procedures, including proper cooking, cooling, holding temperatures, labeling, and sanitation.Monitor inventory, rotate products, and help control waste.Keep work areas, equipment, and displays clean and organized.Provide friendly customer service and answer questions about prepared foods.Communicate department needs and concerns to store management.What We're Looking ForExperience in prepared foods, a commercial kitchen, catering, restaurant cooking, or a similar setting.Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.Strong organization, communication, and time management skills.A dependable, positive approach and willingness to work alongside the team.Attention to food quality, cleanliness, and customer service.Availability to work a retail schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.Ability to perform the essential duties of an active kitchen role, with reasonable accommodation.Ready to bring your kitchen experience and leadership skills to McKinnon's? Apply through Indeed-we'd love to talk with you!Benefits: 401(k) matchingPaid time offPaid training Work Location: In person 

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