Kitchen Leader

Kitchen Leader PositionAs a Kitchen Leader, you will be responsible for maintaining direction of kitchen staff members to ensure daily goals and tasks are being met. In addition, you will perform all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality work environment.Responsibilities:Works cooperatively with Kitchen Manager to ensure that all budget expenses are within limits; identifies and communicates ways to improve and streamline operation.Keeps General Manager/Kitchen Manager informed of problems and/or issues and proposes alternative solutions for consideration.Maintains a clean and safe facility.Monitors and oversees food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the incidence of risk factors known to cause food borne illness.Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.Ensures clear communication with vendors providing restaurant equipment and supplies.Completes walk-through and temperature checks in the kitchen.Assists in ordering food, produce, liquor and restaurant supplies.Assists in receiving deliveries and checks paperwork to ensure receipt of items; provides direction to staff for stocking items.Performs and is able to assist in all functions for kitchen operations.Qualifications:Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service taught through in-house trainingMust be able to communicate clearlyPhysical Requirements / Environment / Work Conditions:Must have high level of mobility/flexibilityMust be able to work irregular hours under heavy stress/pressure during peak timesMust be able to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneouslyMust possess a high level of coordinationMust lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feetMust be able to fit through an opening 30" wideRequires frequent reaching, bending, pushing and pullingExposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold and odorsRequires continual standing and walkingCompensation: $18.50 - $20.00 per hourWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.