Kitchen Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.85 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

free shift meal
Discount on days off
flexible schedule
sick pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Referral bonuses
unlimited growth potential
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401k

Job Description

Tokyo Joe's is a fast-casual restaurant brand that originated in Colorado and has since expanded to Arizona. With a commitment to providing high-quality food that balances great nutritional integrity with exceptional service, Tokyo Joe's aims to create an experience that leaves customers feeling revived, refueled, and reenergized. The company is deeply rooted in the value of respect for both the customer's wallet and time, ensuring that every meal served meets high standards without compromise. With a focus on great food, great service, and a great vibe, Tokyo Joe's has built a strong reputation for delivering Asian-inspired meals with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. As a growing brand, Tokyo Joe's strives to promote from within and supports career growth opportunities for its team members, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive.

The Kitchen Lead role at Tokyo Joe's is a crucial position responsible for leading all back-of-house operations during shifts in the restaurant. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about the culinary arts, food preparation, and kitchen operations who are dependable, hardworking, and enthusiastic about fostering a positive kitchen environment. The Kitchen Lead will have a flexible schedule and opportunities to grow into kitchen management positions. This role demands strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates should demonstrate excellent knife skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff through positive communication and teamwork. The position involves overseeing food preparation and production, ensuring all meals meet quality and presentation standards consistent with Tokyo Joe's brand guidelines. Additionally, the Kitchen Lead plays a significant role in managing inventory, food deliveries, and equipment maintenance while responding effectively to any crises that arise in the kitchen. Benefits of this role include free shift meals, flexible scheduling, health benefits after one year, referral bonuses, and ample opportunities for professional development with unlimited growth potential.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience working in restaurant or food service industry
  • Ability to handle kitchen equipment safely
  • Capacity to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
  • Physical stamina to stand and move for extended periods
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team

Job Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a kitchen leadership role
  • Strong knife skills and food preparation techniques
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience with inventory management and food delivery verification

Job Duties

  • Lead the kitchen in food preparation and production with attention to quality and presentation
  • Ability to lead all kitchen positions proficiently, following all Tokyo Joe's standards and procedures
  • Creates and follows through on the completion of the kitchen prep list
  • Leader in food safety, sanitation, kitchen cleanliness, and equipment maintenance
  • Proficient knife handling skills
  • Manage others through positive communication, teamwork, and delegation to complete tasks
  • Open and close the restaurant by executing high standards
  • Receiving and verifying food deliveries ensuring FIFO organization
  • Crisis management and ability to react quickly to change

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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