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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Mustard Seed Market & Cafe is a well-established natural and organic food market and cafe that has been serving its community since 1981. The company is deeply committed to promoting healthier lifestyles by offering products made with real, natural ingredients, free from artificial additives. This dedication to ingredient transparency ensures that customers can make informed choices about the food they consume, aligning with a broader mission of wellness and sustainability. Mustard Seed Market & Cafe operates not just as a food retailer but as a champion of natural nutrition, supporting customers and their families on their journey to better health.Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- culinary degree or post-secondary culinary training preferred
- minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience with increasing responsibility
- proven experience in natural and organic food service preferred
- ability to manage and lead diverse teams in fast-paced kitchen environment
- strong knowledge of food sanitation, OSHA, and health regulations
- proficiency with Microsoft Office, inventory and ordering systems, and kitchen technology
- excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- financial literacy including P&L analysis and budget planning
- ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods
- reaching, bending, grasping, walking, reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
- use of commercial kitchen equipment including slicers, ovens, fryers, knives, and mixers
- ability to work in a commercial kitchen and retail cafe setting with exposure to noise, heat, and cooking equipment
- non-smoking environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- culinary degree or post-secondary culinary training preferred
- minimum of 5 years of culinary management experience with increasing responsibility
- proven experience in natural and organic food service preferred
- ability to manage and lead diverse teams in fast-paced kitchen environment
- strong knowledge of food sanitation, OSHA, and health regulations
- proficiency with Microsoft Office, inventory and ordering systems, and kitchen technology
- excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- financial literacy including P&L analysis and budget planning
Job Duties
- Direct, supervise, and motivate a high-performing kitchen team including line cooks and dish staff
- foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative kitchen environment
- promote teamwork and accountability by coaching, training, and mentoring kitchen staff
- partner with Human Resources on recruitment, training, performance reviews, discipline, and terminations
- maintain excellence in food production and preparation using natural, organic, and whole food ingredients
- ensure food quality, taste, appearance, and portion standards are met
- train staff in food handling, allergen protocols, knife skills, cooking methods, and plating
- oversee kitchen scheduling and workflow
- develop and manage kitchen budgets, food and labor costs, and inventory
- read and interpret profit and loss statements and implement corrective actions
- maintain food cost controls through purchasing, inventory management, waste reduction, and standardized recipes
- collaborate on menu costing, retail pricing, and financial planning
- ensure compliance with OSHA, health codes, and safety policies
- lead training on food safety, chemical handling, equipment use, and safe lifting
- maintain clean and organized kitchen areas with temperature controls and labeling
- support cafe growth and customer satisfaction by partnering with front of house
- collaborate on special events and banquets
- participate in menu development
- ensure all kitchen areas are cleaned and sanitized according to schedules
- maintain accurate records including waste logs and temperature checklists
- conduct routine inspections for sanitation standards
- maintain orderly storage and timely maintenance of equipment
- train staff to report equipment issues
- implement systems to monitor cleanliness and operational readiness
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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