Back of House / Kitchen Team Leader

Chick-fil-A Barry Road

Back of House / Kitchen Team Leader

Kansas City, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Due to our rapid growth - we are looking for our next amazing kitchen leader!

    The Kitchen Shift Leader will be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, supervising and coordinating kitchen staff, managing inventory, ensuring food safety and quality, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

    Specific responsibilities include:

    - Supervise and motivate kitchen staff to ensure efficient and timely food preparation and delivery. Assign duties and tasks as needed.

    - Ensure proper use of equipment, safety procedures, and compliance with health and food safety regulations.

    - Perform regular inventory checks to ensure adequate supplies are available for daily operations; order supplies as needed.

    - Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and storage areas.

    - Track and document food waste, spoilage, and loss.

    - Monitor food quality and presentation to meet standards and expectations.

    - Communicate with management about any issues or concerns related to kitchen operations.

    - Develop and implement processes and procedures to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

    - Provide training to new kitchen staff and ongoing development opportunities to existing staff members.

    Qualifications:

    - High school diploma or equivalent.

    - Proven experience in a supervisory role within a kitchen environment.

    - Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and safety regulations.

    - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    - Strong problem-solving and organizational capabilities.

    - Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

    - Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.

    - Bilingual is a plus.

    - Be authorized to work in the United States.

    A Kitchen Shift Leader is integral to the success of a restaurant or hospitality establishment. This role requires someone who is passionate about food, reliable, and able to lead a team. If you have the qualifications and experience to thrive in this position, please apply today.

    Beacon on Barry Rd: ** Caring through Community, Opportunity and Joyful Experiences.**

    As leaders at Chick-fil-A Barry Road, we believe in order to be “The Beacon” the following core values are essential.

    Trust : Someone who can be counted on.

    Perseverance : Achieving through difficulties.

    Development: Relentless pursuit of highest potential

    Growth: Advancing and Improving

    ○ Serve those who are serving Great Food

    ○ Deliver Genuine Hospitality to the guests and team members especially in times when recovery is necessary

    ○ Inspire the hustle that results in Fast and Accurate service

    ○ Ensure a Clean and Safe environment

    ○ Coaches Chick-fil-A Standards & Culture

    ○ Coaches food safety and quality standards and positional excellence

    ○ Creates consistency in daily operations, i.e. positive atmosphere, unified teamwork, organized environment, and fast and friendly service

    ○ Assesses area’s business results

    ○ Assesses cash management flow and accountability

    ○ Assesses POS data and results

    ○ Solves operational hindrances to guest experience

    ○ Must be willing to work on Saturdays.