Team Lead Kitchen
On-siteLaguna Beach, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead daily kitchen operations by directing staff to ensure consistent food execution and timely service flow. Manage direct reports, enforce time clock compliance and uniform standards, and perform line checks to maintain quality and safety at all stations. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of menu ingredients and positions to cover roles as needed while collaborating with front of house teams. Uphold health, safety, and sanitation guidelines through coaching and correcting staff, ensuring all opening and closing duties are completed. Handle varying business volumes with a positive attitude, supporting team members to thrive in a busy environment. Assist the Kitchen Manager with administrative projects and ensure full station organization.
Required Qualifications
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Quick and flexible learner
- Communication and collaboration skills
- 2+ years in a line cook position at a casual restaurant or similar experience
- supervisory experience
- Attention to detail
- Proficient knowledge of food, cooking and kitchen equipment
- Proficiency in English
- Food handlers certification
Desired Qualifications
- supervisory experience is a plus
- Proficiency in English is preferred
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