Job Description

Stella's Kitchen and Bakery is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented

Kitchen Lead

to lead our early morning operations. This role is key to ensuring a smooth, efficient, and safe start to each day. You'll work closely with the Kitchen Manager to oversee daily prep, uphold food quality, maintain cleanliness, and keep our team running like clockwork.

Schedule:

4:00 am to 12:00 pm Must be able to work Saturday and Sunday

Key Responsibilities:

Open the kitchen and execute back-of-house start-up procedures Lead morning prep to ensure stations are ready for service Jump in where needed--on the line, in prep, or assisting with dishes Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen at all times Monitor and enforce food safety standards, including temperature checks Assist with ordering, receiving, and proper storage of food and supplies Complete regular walk-throughs and temperature logs Support food quality, consistency, and presentation standards Foster teamwork between front-of-house and back-of-house staff Communicate clearly and professionally with all team members

Qualifications:

Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays 4:00 AM High school diploma or equivalent Minimum 3 years of restaurant prep or cook experience (fast food not applicable) Previous supervisory experience preferred ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days) Able to lift and carry 50-75 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods Comfortable handling cleaning agents and following sanitation protocols
If you thrive in the early hours, have a passion for food quality, and enjoy leading a team, we'd love to welcome you to Stella's Kitchen and Bakery. Apply today and help us start each day right!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

Are you able to start at 4 am? Do you have reliable transportation to work? Are you able to work both Saturdays and Sundays? Are there any days of the week you are unable to work? Are there any times of the day you are unable to work?
Experience:

Cooking: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person