Kitchen Team Lead

Job summary

The Kitchen Team Lead oversees daily back-of-house operations, ensuring efficiency, food quality, and strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards. They are responsible for training staff, managing food and labor costs, and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Job details

ABOUT US At The Habit, our people make the difference. From our made-to-order menu selections, to our hands-on learning and genuine customer service, there’s no substitute for quality. Over the past 40 years, through hard work and dedication, The Habit has grown and still remains focused on one simple philosophy—always deliver high quality food and great service at a remarkable value. After all, there’s a reason why we were voted: "Best Tasting Burger in America". The Habit Difference is our people. Great customer service is a result of a well-trained team, taught to respect their job, the guests, and each other. We will show your career development the same respect we show all aspects of the “HABIT DIFFERENCE”. Our training stresses the “why” behind everything you learn, creating leaders within our organization. Our career path sets the industry standard in providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. With our culture of training and support, we reward outstanding work, promoting from within, and building long-term relationships with our Team Members. JOB SUMMARY Kitchen Team Leaders set the example in the Back of the House by demonstrating exceptional knowledge of food and personal safety, as well as all procedures and standards. You should be trained and able to perform duties of all stations in the kitchen, including Fryer, Broiler, Make-up, Quarterback, and Lead Cook. In the Kitchen Team Leader position, strong leadership, and communication skills are key. You will work closely under the management team to train and develop our Cooks; help control food and labor costs; meet sales goals and other targets; and ensure health and safety standards are followed at all times. . During each shift, you will oversee the flow and efficiency of kitchen operations to deliver the Habit difference, ensuring we serve fresh, delicious food to every Customer. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Set the standard and leads by example in all kitchen functions and responsibilities. • Provide direction and coaching to BOH Team Members. • Able to perform all stations in the kitchen, including preparation and cooking of all food items. • Ensure standard operational procedures are followed for consistent delivery of quality food items. • Detailed knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, and operation of all kitchen equipment, including flat grills, charbroiler, fryer, slicer, etc. • Comply with all established standards, including personal safety, food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, appearance, and uniform. • Set and maintain ordering pars weekly to ensure quality and availability of food products. • Assist in training and developing BOH staff. • Ensure kitchen organization, cleanliness, efficiency, and operations during opening shifts. • Assist with opening and closing of the restaurant by following checklists. • Write and follow weekly planner. • Participate in weekly management meetings to share observations and thoughts regarding goals with management. • Optimize profits by controlling food and labor costs. BENEFITS We are proud to offer: • Medical, Dental and Vision • Company-paid Life Insurance • Company-paid Long Term Disability • Supplemental Life Insurance • Vacation Pay • Sick Time • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan • Referral Bonus Programs • Employee Meal Program (free meals from a limited menu during your shift) • Employee Discounts on all other food items, both on and off shift PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds, but have the ability to lift up to 55 pounds. • Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time. • This position will involve some repetitive motion tasks. • This position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. WORK ENVIRONMENT • This job operates in a kitchen environment housed with equipment such as a charbroiler, flat grill, slicer, and chef’s knives. The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS • Communicate effectively in English. • Basic math skills. • Demonstrates ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment. • Excellent teamwork attitude. • Strong leadership qualities and professionalism. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • 2 years of experience in related food service position preferred. • Food Manager Certificate and/or ServSafe Manager Certificate required. • Ability to work a flexible schedule based on restaurant needs. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

What you’ll do

The Kitchen Team Lead oversees daily back-of-house operations, ensuring efficiency, food quality, and strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards. They are responsible for training staff, managing food and labor costs, and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least 2 years of food service experience and possess a valid Food Manager or ServSafe Manager Certificate. Strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule are required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Employee Meal Program
• Employee Discounts

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Leadership
• Communication
• Food Safety
• Sanitation
• Kitchen Management
• Staff Training
• Inventory Management
• Cost Control
• Customer Service
• Team Development
• Operational Procedures
• Equipment Maintenance
• Multi-tasking
• Basic Math
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
• Health And Safety Standards
• ServSafe Certification
• Lifting Ability
• Grilling
• Management
• Charbroiling
• Cleanliness
• Cooking
• Food Services
• Sales
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• General Mathematics
• Fine Motor Skills
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Coaching
• Restaurant Operation
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support
• Kitchen Team Member
• Restaurant / Food Service Supervisor
• Restaurant Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

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