Culinary Shift Supervisor

ABOUT LITTLE SAINT Located in the heart of historic downtown Healdsburg, Little Saint is a vibrant meeting place where guests are invited to connect over food, music, art and conversation. Our mission is to create an environment that is good for the soul, the earth and the community. Inside our 10,000-square-foot space, Little Saint offers up a full-service farm-forward restaurant, cafe and wine shop with a focus on plant-based cuisine. The building is home to exciting live music and thought-provoking conversations, as well as a series of film screenings and performances to benefit local artists and our farming community.

SUMMARY OF POSITION
We are hiring a skilled   Culinary Shift Supervisor   to join our growing Little Saint team! Under the supervision of the Culinary Operations Manager, Restaurant Chef, and Sous Chefs, the Culinary Shift Supervisor focuses on the supervision of line cooks, daily culinary preparation and cooking for service. The Culinary Shift Supervisor oversees and ensures quality standards for all assigned areas. The position will often be in contact with guests and the Culinary Shift Supervisor is expected to provide sincere hospitality and create a warm environment for guests.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee opening procedures ensuring stations are prepped, organized, and service-ready.
• Monitor checklists for accuracy and completeness, proactively addressing gaps before service begins.
• Coordinate the transition from daytime to evening service, ensuring continuity of mise en place, cleanliness, and workflow.
• Serve as the communication bridge between the kitchen leadership team and the line, relaying priorities and service updates.
• Support team members by assisting with station needs, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a steady pace of service.
• Uphold and reinforce kitchen standards for quality, timing, and presentation.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of progressive culinary experience
• Vegan, plant-based experience and kitchen leadership experience a plus
• California Food Safety certification and knowledge of public health regulations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read and speak fluently in English.
• Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to self-manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a timely manner.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Flexibility to work based on business needs including evenings, weekends, and holidays 

• Be able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds on a regular and continuous basis
• Manual dexterity, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions

• One Little Saint - Our Success is a Team Success. Encourage cooperation and trust among
  team members, working towards common goals. We are One Little Saint.
• Respect & Kindness - Drive Positive Change with Respect, Kindness and a Positive
  Attitude: Take initiative to resolve issues with a solution-based mindset while fostering
  respectful communication and kindness within the Little Saint Team and our greater
  Community.
• Value Everyone and Diverse Viewpoints - Lead with Confidence while Embracing Diverse
  Viewpoints: Anticipate challenges, develop plans and collaborate with your Team through
  trust and transparency. Value everyone and show empathy to all.
• Trust & Transparency - Lead by Example at All Levels: Exemplify the values of the Little
  Saint Team, earning trust and respect from your colleagues, our guests and the community.
• Professional - Stay Motivated with Enthusiasm: Little Saint encourages and supports
  education and personal and professional development. Take ownership of your
  development by approaching everyday and all tasks with dedication and excitement.
• Genuine & Authentic - Be Present and Effectively Communicate: Speak up, listen to others
  and provide supportive feedback with professionalism and authenticity. Be genuine to
  yourself and your team.
• Supportive - Embrace Change and Show Up for Your Team: Respond positively to change,
  remaining supportive of your Team's efforts and needs.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans (Full-Time)
• Paid Time Off - Including Sick and Mental Health Time Off
• 401(k) 
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Potential Bonuses
• Uniform

Each of the items listed is considered to be an essential function of the role. However, this list should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of the position. Little Saint reserves the right to alter the duties of this role.

Little Saint is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Little Saint is committed to hiring a diverse workforce, sustaining an inclusive culture, fostering an environment of continual improvement, and opportunities for growth and career development.