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Lead Cook/Shift Lead

Lil Richard's
Grand Junction, CO

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$20 - $24 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Employee discount

Qualifications

Pre-cooking preparation
Operations management
Quick service & fast food restaurant experience
ServSafe
Team leadership
High school diploma or GED
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing kitchen staff
ServSafe Food Manager Certification
Food service management

Full Job Description

LiL Richard's Lead Cook/Shift Supervisor

Location: Grand Junction, CO
Reports To: Owner
Status: Full-Time | Hourly or Salaried

The Standard

At LiL Richards, the breakfast burrito is one of the holy grails of culinary achievement.

Flavor should be layered.

Texture intentional.

All of it wrapped in the warm, flavorful embrace of a perfectly griddled tortilla.

Quality isn’t one part of the job.

Quality is the job.

Speed supports quality.

Systems protect quality.

Consistency preserves quality.

We take breakfast seriously.

Ourselves? Not as much.

The Role

The griddle sets the tone.

If you are calm, the team stays calm.

If you are sharp, the kitchen stays sharp.

This role is equal parts cook, coach, problem solver, and pace setter.

You’ll help lead service, protect standards, support the team, and make sure every guest receives something worth coming back for.

Great mornings don’t happen by accident.

What You’ll Own

Lead day-to-day trailer operations during service
Protect food quality and consistency
Train and coach team members
Support scheduling and staffing needs
Maintain inventory and ordering
Protect food cost and reduce waste
Maintain food safety and health compliance
Support prep, cooking, assembly, dishes, and guest interactions as needed
Resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally
Help create an environment people genuinely enjoy working in

What Success Looks Like

Responsibility

Success Metric

Food quality

Minimal remakes and consistently excellent product

Pace during rush

Smooth service with no operational bottlenecks

Team leadership

Team remains calm, positive, and effective

Food cost control

Waste minimized and portions protected

Training

New hires become productive quickly

Guest experience

Positive reviews and repeat business

Cleanliness and food safety

Inspection-ready every day

Ownership mentality

Problems solved before they become problems

This Role May Be A Good Fit If…

You enjoy leading from the front.
You care deeply about quality.
You notice details other people miss.
You stay calm when things get busy.
You enjoy helping others improve.
You take pride in building things the right way.

This Role May Not Be A Good Fit If…

You prefer watching problems instead of solving them.
You need constant direction.
You struggle with feedback.
You cut corners when nobody is watching.
Early mornings are a dealbreaker.

QualificationsRequired

2+ years of food service leadership experience
ServSafe Manager Certification or ability to obtain within 60 days
Strong communication and organizational skills
Availability for mornings, weekends, and occasional events

Preferred

Food truck or fast-casual experience
Experience with scheduling, inventory, and food cost management
Experience coaching and developing employees

Compensation & Benefits

$18-$22/hour depending on experience
Team tip share included
Performance bonus opportunities
Free shift meals
Leadership growth opportunities as LiL Richards grows

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Comfortable moving between leadership and hands-on responsibilities throughout the shift

One Final Question

Tell us about a time you cared more about quality than the people around you did.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid training

Application Question(s):

Tell us about a time you cared more about quality than the people around you did. What did you do?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Kithcen: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

ServSafe (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Grand Junction, CO 81506 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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