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Burger Lounge

Kitchen Shift Leader

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $19.76 - $21.76
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

comprehensive medical
Dental
Vision
Life & ADD package
401(k)
Instant Pay
Free employee shift meals
Pre-tax parking & transportation benefit
Discounted wellness
Discounted tickets
Discounted travel

Job Description

Burger Lounge is a highly regarded fast-casual restaurant known for its commitment to serving grass-fed burgers and quality food that honors both the body and the planet. Established as a modern dining establishment, Burger Lounge prides itself on creating an environment where employees, often called Loungers, can thrive through recognition, support, and a culture that values individuality and teamwork. The company emphasizes creating an exceptional dining experience that combines great food with outstanding service, and it extends this ethos internally by fostering a workplace where employees feel valued and empowered. With a strong belief that to turn food into an... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years recent experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and fast-paced environment
  • Reliable transportation and ability to arrive to work on time and maintain a positive attendance record
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings
  • ServeSafe Certification maintained in good standing
  • Ensures staff has current Food Handler's Cards

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of five (5) years recent experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and fast-paced environment
  • Leadership skills: kitchen managers must be leaders in the back of the house, rallying their team during busy shifts, resolving conflicts, and getting the job done
  • Reliable transportation and ability to arrive to work on time and maintain a positive attendance record
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings
  • Professional communication, good organization, and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
  • ServeSafe Certification maintained in good standing
  • Ensures staff has current Food Handler's Cards
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Multi-tasker
  • Safety-minded
  • Team player
  • Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate effectively and professionally with other business departments, guests, and vendors
  • Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism

Job Duties

  • Ensures all kitchen-related company standards are followed and upheld by staff by using proper hiring, training and spot-checking techniques and by creating a culture of accountability
  • Ensures all back-of-house staff are properly trained in all relevant areas
  • Ensures back-of-house team is set-up for success
  • Creates staff schedules fairly and timely per company policy
  • Screens back-of-house applicants and conducts interviews using best practices to ensure legal compliance
  • Partners with the General Manager on using procedures to track and control store costs
  • labor, food, waste to ensure profitability of the store without sacrificing the guest experience
  • Jumps in to assist kitchen staff when needed
  • May assist front-of-house from time to time as needed
  • Supervises food temperature to ensure ingredients are kept at appropriate temperatures and stored properly
  • Holds employees accountable for "first in- first out" (FIFO) policy
  • Ensures back-of-house opening and closing tasks are consistently completed as required and appropriate checklists are completed
  • Other tasks as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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