Company Summary
A fast-growing, multi-concept hospitality company in Massachusetts is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Lead to support daily kitchen operations, reinforce standards, and help build a strong team culture. This company operates multiple foodservice concepts across a growing footprint and is known for an energetic, people-first environment focused on hospitality, accountability, and leadership development.
This is more than a line role. It is a working leadership position designed to help train future managers. The culture is grounded in a simple philosophy: Love Everybody — with patience, kindness, and zero sarcasm.
Position Summary
The Kitchen Lead will help oversee daily kitchen execution while working side by side with team members during peak hours. This role is responsible for supporting food quality, kitchen organization, prep execution, sanitation, safety, temperature controls, and overall shift performance. The Kitchen Lead will provide guidance, coaching, and reinforcement of standards in real time while helping maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Responsibilities
Support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment
Work alongside team members during peak service periods
Help ensure products are stored and prepared according to company standards
Monitor and maintain hot and cold storage temperature control points
Reinforce food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and kitchen organization standards
Assist in training team members on menu builds, prep standards, and execution consistency
Provide real-time coaching and feedback to improve efficiency and consistency
Help maintain station readiness, prep flow, and line execution during service
Assist with inventory and ordering of food and supplies
Support HACCP compliance duties
Partner closely with management and communicate operational concerns when needed
Qualifications
Kitchen, restaurant, café, or foodservice leadership experience preferred
Strong understanding of kitchen operations and back-of-house execution
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and temperature control standards
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and maintain standards under pressure
Ability to guide, motivate, and support team members during service
Problem-solving ability and sound judgment
Accountability, reliability, and strong shift ownership
Comfort working with a diverse team
Basic Google Workspace and Microsoft knowledge
Salary / Benefits
Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience
Health insurance, 4 weeks of vacation annually
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