We are seeking an energetic and organized Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Chef to oversee daily culinary execution in our hybrid retail-catering environment. Because we operate as a "fast-fine" scratch kitchen, you will bridge the gap between high-end culinary quality and swift, seamless service.
You will lead a tight-knit kitchen team, manage batch prep for both the daily line and large-scale catering orders, and interact warmly with guests in our open-concept space.
- Key Responsibilities: Fast-Fine Line Execution: Prepare and cook scratch menu items—including pastas, specialty sandwiches, and salads—maintaining peak food quality, fresh presentation, and fast execution speeds.
- Catering Coordination: Oversee the prep, building, and packing of custom and express catering orders ranging from small family meals to large community gatherings.
- Open Kitchen Hospitality: Maintain an exceptionally clean, organized, and positive workspace. Greet and interact with guests visiting the storefront, contributing to our signature homey atmosphere.
- Inventory & Prep Control: Manage ingredient stock, ensure minimal food waste, and coordinate daily par levels to balance walk-in dine-in/takeout orders with pre-scheduled catering demands. Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and hold line cooks and kitchen help accountable to high standards of speed, safety, and consistent recipe execution.
``Skills:``
- Experience in food preparation and kitchen management
- Strong knowledge of restaurant operations and industry best practices
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on guest satisfaction
- Proficient in food safety regulations and practices
- Knowledge of POS systems for order processing and inventory management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for food and creating memorable experiences, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Kitchen Lead and take your career to new heights!
Competitive hourly + Gratuity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Shift:
Ability to Relocate:
- Morgantown, WV 26505: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
