Top 14 Lead cook Jobs in San Luis Obispo, Ca

Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook
Alma —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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Chartwells HE —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Kitchen Supervisor
Lure Fish House —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Email
- Restaurant management
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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BOH Lead (Paso Robles)
FIRESTONE WALKER INC —Paso Robles, CA
- $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Profit sharing
- 401(k)
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Kitchen Team Lead
Habit Burger & Grill —Atascadero, CA
- $21.75 - $23.25 an hour
- ServSafe
- Basic math
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Dietary and Food Cook
ResCare Community Living —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $16.90 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Line Cook
Pig Iron —Templeton, CA
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Casual dining restaurant
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
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Kitchen Manager / Lead Line Cook

Alma -
San Luis Obispo, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23 - $26 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Google Workspace
Staff supervision
Food service health code compliance
ServSafe
Team leadership
Food Safety Manager Certification
Coaching
Staff scheduling
Production safety compliance
Employee relationship building
Team scheduling
Hiring
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Team training
Kitchen staff training
Toast POS
Human resources
Mentoring
Computer skills
Managing kitchen staff
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Productivity software
Guest services
Kitchen staff scheduling
Restaurant cost management
POS systems
Task assignment
Restaurant supply ordering

Full Job Description

Job Description: Kitchen Manager/Lead Line Cook

Reports To: Cafe General Manager, Executive Chef

Job Status: Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

About Us: ALMA ("soul" in Spanish and Portuguese) is a neighborhood coffeehouse built around the heart and community of a farmers market - rooted in community, seasonal produce from local farms and makers, and genuine hospitality.

The Role: Reporting to the Cafe GM, the Kitchen Manager is the point person for all back-of-house activity - a hands-on role managed mostly from the line. Ours is a small kitchen with a focused menu and real attention to quality. You'll execute the menu, help develop new items with the Executive Chef, and make sure dine-in, takeout, and catering all hit the same standard. That means running orders, overseeing the team's execution, keeping prep on track, and mentoring staff to protect our standards without losing the personal touch that defines the cafe.

Our three core values shape everything we do: Authenticity, Respect,Enthusiasm.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

LineKitchen Operations

Lead by example with warmth and hospitality, setting the tone for guest care
Prep and execute station menu items to standard - portioning, cooking methods, plating, and garnish
Keep food timely, consistent, and simultaneous across tickets
Think on your feet - solve problems as they come up and keep service moving
Address operational issues in real time, escalating to GM/Executive Chef as appropriate
Oversee product rotation, butchery, portion control, and inventory/temp logs
Place orders as needed for upcoming service and production
Prioritize tickets, manage workflow, and troubleshoot bottlenecks in real time; escalate to GM/Exec Chef when needed

CleanlinessFood Safety- Directly and via delegation

Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe kitchen; ensure daily/weekly cleaning tasks (including trash area) are completed
Organize walk-in and storage shelves (directly or via delegation)
Keep opening/closing logs current so the next shift knows what's prepped and what's 86'd
Model excellent food safety habits and equipment care; log maintenance needs in MaintainX
Monitor prep levels and usage to avoid shortages, over-prep, or waste
Uphold recipe and execution standards across all channels - dine-in, catering, delivery

Team DevelopmentHiring

Support training so new hires feel confident and capable
Assist GM with BOH coaching, accountability, hiring, and onboarding of BOH team members
Model reliability in attendance, communication, and work ethic
Maintain positive, professional relationships across FOH and BOH

Required Skills and Abilities:

1-2 years of supervisory experience in a cafe, restaurant, or kitchen environment
A genuine passion for great food, seasonal produce, specialty coffee, and local sourcing
Strong leadership and communication skills with a coach's mentality and the ability to give feedback with compassion and directness
A natural ability to anticipate the needs of guests and the team
Comfortable using Toast POS and Google Workspace for daily reporting, ordering, and inventory
Dedication to creating a positive, productive environment that reflects our culture and standards
Proactive and self-motivated, with strong integrity and a collaborative mindset
Practical knowledge of how to manage labor, waste, and food costs to support the kitchen's success
Experience with scheduling, labor compliance, and basic HR responsibilities like training and coaching
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation; ServSafe Manager certification required
A proactive, reliable leader who stays composed and professional during busy shifts
Organized and accurate when it comes to ordering, inventory counts, and shift documentation
Energized by ambitious goals and always looking for ways to improve
Flexible availability, including mornings, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods (be able to work in a standing, upright position for long periods of time up to 8 hours
Ability to occasionally lift, move, and transport furniture, equipment, and deliveries up to 50 pounds

Disclaimer: This description includes essential functions. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with California law and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. ALMA offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.

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