Kitchen Lead / Assistant Kitchen Manager
Northwoods Bar & Grill – Nowthen, MN
Full-Time | Hourly with Opportunity to Transition to Salaried Kitchen Manager
Northwoods Bar & Grill is looking for an experienced, dependable Kitchen Lead / Assistant Kitchen Manager who is ready to take the next step into kitchen management.
We are looking for someone who can come in, learn our kitchen and systems, work alongside our team, and gradually take on additional management responsibilities. For the right person, this position is intended to grow into our Kitchen Manager role.
Responsibilities
- Work hands-on alongside the kitchen team
- Lead and coordinate the kitchen during busy service periods
- Ensure food is prepared consistently and meets our quality standards
- Keep the line stocked, organized and ready for service
- Oversee daily prep and make sure prep is completed
- Train and support kitchen staff
- Help hold team members accountable to kitchen standards and expectations
- Maintain a clean, organized and food-safe kitchen
- Assist with inventory, food ordering and maintaining proper product levels
- Help reduce waste and control food costs
- Communicate staffing, inventory and operational needs with ownership and management
- Help plan daily specials and contribute ideas for menu development
- Take on additional kitchen management responsibilities as you learn our operation
What We're Looking For
- Previous line cook and/or kitchen leadership experience
- Strong ability to lead during high-volume rushes
- Dependable and willing to step up when needed
- Good communication and leadership skills
- Organized and able to prioritize prep and kitchen needs
- Ability to train, direct and hold staff accountable
- A team-first attitude — this is a hands-on leadership position
- Food Safety Manager Certification required, or ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire
- Flexible availability required, including a mix of day, evening and weekend shifts
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a schedule that will include a mix of day, evening and weekend shifts.
We're looking for someone with the flexibility to learn all aspects of the kitchen and be present during different service periods, including key high-volume shifts.
Compensation & Growth
This position will begin as an hourly Kitchen Lead / Assistant Kitchen Manager role while you learn our kitchen, team and day-to-day operations.
Pay will be reviewed after your first 30 days based on performance, leadership and progress in the role.
As you demonstrate the ability to successfully take on the full responsibilities of Kitchen Manager, the position is intended to transition into a salaried Kitchen Manager role.
We're looking for someone who wants more than just another cooking position. This is an opportunity to become an important part of our leadership team and grow with Northwoods Bar & Grill.
If you're an experienced cook or kitchen lead who's ready for more responsibility and wants a clear path into kitchen management, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
