Calico Cactus
Location: 833 South Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
Pay: $16 – $18 / hour
Job Description:
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Kitchen Lead to oversee daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, hospitality environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, extensive culinary expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional food experiences. As a Kitchen Lead, you will manage kitchen staff, ensure food safety standards are upheld, and coordinate food production and service to meet high-quality standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence menu planning, supervise food handling, and maintain efficient kitchen workflows while fostering a positive team atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff ensuring smooth shift operations
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to uphold quality and consistency in all dishes
- Manage inventory control, monitor stock levels
- Enforce food safety sanitizing procedures and ensure compliance with health regulations at all times
- Supervise catering events and banquet functions, ensuring timely delivery of orders
- Train team members on food handling, safety protocols
- Maintain cleanliness standards across the kitchen area in accordance with sanitation guidelines
- Support restaurant management in shift management and operational planning to enhance overall service quality
Requirements:
- Proven experience in food production within a restaurant or hospitality setting with a focus on fine dining or catering environments
- Demonstrated supervising experience managing culinary teams in a fast-paced environment
- Background in food service management and kitchen operations
- Knowledge of inventory management, cost control practices, and food safety sanitizing procedures
- Hands-on culinary experience including cooking, menu planning, and food handling in the food industry
- Experience overseeing dietary departments or managing specialized dietary needs is a plus
- Leadership skills
How to Apply: Online on Indeed