Kitchen Team Lead

$23 per hour

Khepri Kitchen

Mount Prospect, IL

Job Description

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development

Join a scratch kitchen where quality, teamwork, and community come first.

At Khepri Kitchen, we're passionate about serving thoughtfully prepared, made-from-scratch food alongside specialty coffee and seasonal menus. We're looking for an experienced Kitchen Team Lead who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in consistency, and enjoys working with a collaborative team.

If you're dependable, organized, and ready to grow with a restaurant that values craftsmanship and hospitality, we'd love to meet you.

Position Details:

Full-time
Starting at $23/hour
Consistent schedule
Thursday through Monday
Shifts are either:
- 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- 1:30 PM – 9:30 PM

What You'll Do:

Prepare ingredients and set up stations for daily service
Execute brunch and lunch service with speed, consistency, and attention to detail
Help maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and organization
Support seasonal menu changes and daily specials
Collaborate with the kitchen team to keep service running efficiently
Assist with occasional catering, events, and special menu offerings
Keep workstations stocked, clean, and ready for service
Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, and a strong work ethic

To set clear expectations, this position does not include:

Ordering inventory
Employee scheduling
Full kitchen management responsibilities

Qualifications:

Previous line cook experience required
Experience working in a scratch kitchen strongly preferred
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Reliable, dependable, and punctual
Positive attitude with excellent communication skills
Team-oriented mindset
Weekend availability required

Why Join Khepri Kitchen?

Stable, full-time schedule
Fixed days off every week
Opportunity for performance-based wage growth
Creative, seasonal menu with made-from-scratch cooking
Small, supportive, and collaborative team
Community-focused restaurant culture
Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you're looking for a kitchen where quality matters, teamwork is valued, and you'll have the opportunity to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply

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