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Kitchen Lead

$22 - $25 per hour

HOMETOWN COFFEE & JUICE

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Location: Northbrook

Reports to: General Manager

Position Summary

As Kitchen Lead, you’ll be the heartbeat of our back-of-house team, ensuring smooth daily operations, high-quality food preparation, and a positive team environment. You’ll lead by example, support your teammates, and help maintain the standards that make Hometown Coffee & Juice a beloved community spot.

Key Responsibilities

Execution & Ownership

  • Lead kitchen operations during prep and service, ensuring food is prepared to recipe standards and served promptly.
  • Manage ticket flow and station organization to maintain efficiency and consistency.
  • Take initiative to solve problems and support the team during peak hours. Teamwork & Professional Conduct
  • Foster a collaborative and respectful kitchen culture.
  • Train and mentor new team members, helping them understand our values and standards.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with all team members.

Food Preparation & Safety

  • Ensure all food is prepared and presented according to Hometown’s quality standards.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation protocols, including FIFO practices and allergen awareness.
  • Monitor and maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Customer Focus

  • Support the front-of-house team by ensuring timely and consistent food delivery.
  • Maintain high standards that contribute to a positive customer experience.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Work closely with the prep and smoothie teams to coordinate ingredient needs and service flow.
  • Communicate stock levels, special requests, and operational issues to management.

Compliance & Cost Control

  • Monitor inventory and assist with ordering and receiving supplies.
  • Follow portion control guidelines to reduce waste and manage food costs.
  • Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients.

Culture

  • Learn: Understand and embody Hometown’s culture, values, and customer experience standards.
  • Teach: Help onboard and train new team members, sharing knowledge and best practices.
  • Live: Demonstrate teamwork, quality, and customer focus in every shift.

What You Need

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a high-heat environment.
  • Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • Strong knife skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience in a kitchen leadership role (or equivalent experience).
  • ServSafe certification preferred (can be obtained upon hiring).
  • Ability to multitask and lead in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Why You'll Love This Job
  • Be part of a supportive, high-energy team.
  • Grow your skills and take on leadership opportunities.
  • Work in a vibrant café environment where your contributions matter.
  • Enjoy perks like food and beverage discounts and opportunities for advancement.

Pay & Benefits

Compensation - $22 -$25 per hour

Hours - 40-48 hours per week

FT or PT - FT

EEO Statement

Uptown and Hometown Coffee & Juice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

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Spanish

Ubicación: Northbrook

Reporta a: Gerente General

Resumen del Puesto

Como Líder de Cocina, serás el motor de nuestro equipo de cocina, asegurando operaciones diarias fluidas, preparación de alimentos de alta calidad y un ambiente de equipo positivo. Liderarás con el ejemplo, apoyarás a tus compañeros y ayudarás a mantener los estándares que hacen de Hometown Coffee & Juice un lugar querido por la comunidad.

Responsabilidades Clave

Ejecución y Responsabilidad

  • Liderar las operaciones de cocina durante la preparación y el servicio, asegurando que los alimentos se preparen según los estándares de recetas y se sirvan puntualmente.
  • Gestionar el flujo de pedidos y la organización de estaciones para mantener la eficiencia y la consistencia.
  • Tomar la iniciativa para resolver problemas y apoyar al equipo durante las horas pico.

Trabajo en Equipo yConducta Profesional

  • Fomentar una cultura de cocina colaborativa y respetuosa.
  • Capacitar y orientar a nuevos miembros del equipo, ayudándoles a comprender nuestros valores y estándares.
  • Comunicarte de manera clara y profesional con todos los miembros del equipo.

Preparación de Alimentos y Seguridad

  • Asegurar que todos los alimentos se preparen y presenten según los estándares de calidad de Hometown.
  • Seguir los protocolos de seguridad alimentaria y saneamiento, incluyendo prácticas FIFO y conciencia sobre alérgenos.
  • Supervisar y mantener la limpieza y organización de la cocina. Enfoque en el Cliente
  • Apoyar al equipo de atención al cliente asegurando una entrega de alimentos oportuna y consistente.
  • Mantener altos estándares que contribuyan a una experiencia positiva para el cliente.

Comunicación y Colaboración

  • Trabajar estrechamente con los equipos de preparación y batidos para coordinar necesidades de ingredientes y flujo de servicio.
  • Comunicar niveles de inventario, solicitudes especiales y problemas operativos a la gerencia.

Cumplimiento y Control de Costos

  • Supervisar el inventario y ayudar con pedidos y recepción de suministros.
  • Seguir las pautas de control de porciones para reducir el desperdicio y gestionar los costos de alimentos.
  • Asegurar el almacenamiento y rotación adecuados de ingredientes.

Cultura

  • Aprender: Comprender y representar la cultura, valores y estándares de experiencia del cliente de Hometown.
  • Enseñar: Ayudar en la incorporación y capacitación de nuevos miembros del equipo, compartiendo conocimientos y mejores prácticas.
  • Vivir: Demostrar trabajo en equipo, calidad y enfoque en el cliente en cada turno.

Lo Que Necesitas

Requisitos Físicos

  • Capacidad para estar de pie por períodos prolongados y trabajar en un entorno de alta temperatura.
  • Comodidad para levantar hasta 50 libras.
  • Buen manejo de cuchillos y atención al detalle.

Calificaciones

  • 1–2 años de experiencia en un rol de liderazgo en cocina (o experiencia equivalente).
  • Certificación ServSafe preferida (puede obtenerse al ser contratado).
  • Capacidad para realizar múltiples tareas y liderar en un entorno de ritmo rápido.
  • Excelentes habilidades de comunicación e interpersonales.

Por Qué Te Encantará Este Trabajo

  • Ser parte de un equipo solidario y enérgico.
  • Desarrollar tus habilidades y asumir oportunidades de liderazgo.
  • Trabajar en un entorno de cafetería vibrante donde tus contribuciones importan.
  • Disfrutar de beneficios como descuentos en alimentos y bebidas y oportunidades de crecimiento.

Pago y Beneficios

  • Compensación: $22 - $25 por hora
  • Horas: 40–48 horas por semana
  • Tiempo completo o parcial: Tiempo completo

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades

Uptown y Hometown Coffee & Juice es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Consideramos a todos los solicitantes para todos los puestos sin importar raza, color, religión o creencias, sexo, edad, origen nacional, estado de ciudadanía, estado civil, estado militar/veterano, orientación genética, orientación sexual, identidad de género, discapacidad física o mental, o cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes aplicables. Estamos comprometidos a crear un entorno laboral dinámico que valore la diversidad e inclusión, el respeto y la integridad, el enfoque en el cliente y la innovación.

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