Lead Line Cook | Elevated Sports-Focused Venue | Sherman Oaks

Located in the bustling neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, CA, this high-volume sports bar and brewhouse brings a unique dining experience by pairing a robust selection of craft beers and craft cocktails with an elevated game-day menu and a celebrated weekend brunch. Catering to energetic crowds, the establishment thrives especially during major sporting events such as NBA Playoffs, soccer watch parties, UFC nights, and other significant tentpole events. The engaging and lively atmosphere of this venue attracts a vibrant community looking for high-quality food and entertaining sports viewing experiences. Recognized as a standout in the local dining and nightlife scene, the concept emphasizes not only great drinks and sports action but also exceptional food crafted with care and served promptly in a fun and friendly environment. This establishment prides itself on creating memorable guest experiences with a focus on quality, consistency, and top-notch service in a fast-paced setting.

The opportunity available is for a Kitchen Lead Line Cook, a crucial leadership role in the kitchen responsible for managing the culinary operations during shifts. This full-time, hourly position offers competitive pay ranging from $25 to $30 per hour depending on experience, typically involving approximately 40 hours of work per week including nights, weekends, holidays, and major sporting event days. The Kitchen Lead is the on-shift authority within the back of house, taking charge of service execution, directing fellow line cooks, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation, and maintaining strict adherence to safety and cleanliness regulations. Working in close partnership with the Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager, the Kitchen Lead ensures that every dish leaving the kitchen meets the brand’s elevated expectations, whether it’s wings, flatbreads, brunch hashes, or steaks.

This role demands someone who thrives in a volume-driven environment and who takes personal pride in maintaining a clean, orderly kitchen line while delivering plates with consistency and impressiveness. The Kitchen Lead drives service during the busiest periods such as brunch rushes, happy hours, and major sporting event viewings, simultaneously expediting tickets, coordinating timing between stations, and stepping in to work any station needed—be it grill, sauté, fry, pantry, or brunch areas. Leadership is a key component, as they provide clear direction, training, and motivation to line and prep cooks to maintain smooth operations throughout the shift.

In addition to service execution and team leadership, the Kitchen Lead is responsible for enforcing food safety protocols compliant with HACCP standards and Los Angeles County Health Department regulations. Duties include verifying storage temperatures, overseeing proper labeling and rotation of stock, and promptly addressing equipment issues. Inventory management support such as monitoring prep levels, waste control, assisting with receiving deliveries, and supporting inventory counts further ensures operational success and cost control. This position is ideal for an experienced culinary professional with strong knife skills, a calm yet decisive demeanor, and the ability to lead by example while working a physically demanding schedule with long shifts and occasional lifting. Bilingual English-Spanish ability is required to effectively communicate within the diverse team and deliver excellent service. Overall, this is an exciting leadership opportunity to join a fast-growing, owner-operated sports bar and brewhouse where culinary excellence meets a lively sports-centric atmosphere.