Kitchen Manager Lead

2 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Salted Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Kitchen Manager Lead to join our team at Salted in Chicago, IL.

The estimated salary for this position is $22-$24 per hour, with opportunities for growth and career development.

Job Description

This role involves supporting quality control and food presentation standards, communicating effectively with the hospitality team, and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

You will be responsible for assisting in onboarding, training, and developing kitchen staff, managing inventory, conducting audits, and overseeing the budget.

The ideal candidate will have solid foundation in culinary skills, including knife/prep work, flat-top cooking, and more. A minimum of 2 years of kitchen experience and 1 year of leadership experience is required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support quality control and food presentation standards.
  • Communicate effectively with the hospitality team.
  • Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Assist in onboarding, training, and developing kitchen staff.
  • Manage inventory, conduct audits, and oversee the budget.
  • Meet financial and operational targets.
  • E nsure compliance with recipes and portion sizes.
  • Report and resolve customer service issues.
  • Assist in scheduling staff and processing payroll.
Benefits

At Salted, we offer:

  • Career development and growth opportunities.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
  • A 401k plan with a 4% employer match after one year.
  • Free nutritious meals each shift.
About Us

At Salted, we're leading the charge to build the next generation of the restaurant industry. We focus on making better-for-you cuisine accessible while offering clean-label, plant-driven, and delicious food. Join us in shaping the future of the restaurant industry and be part of our innovative culinary journey.



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