Kitchen Lead - Madison Café

Wonderstate Coffee•Madison, WI

8d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Lead is a member of the Cafe management team and plays a central role in the success of the café’s business, holding the responsibility for our value of “Excellence. Always.” through the quality production of stellar food at the cafe. As part of the leadership of the cafe, the Kitchen Lead works closely with the Cafe Manager to provide direction to kitchen staff, create a positive work environment and achieve the café’s goals.

Requirements

Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and promptly with staff and customers
Desire to support others and build a strong team environment
Skilled in remaining calm and personable in a fast-paced environment
Gives and receives feedback respectfully
Strong organization and time management skills with a dedication to excellence
Ability to bring joy to customers and team members, and engage with our community
Impeccable follow through
Exemplary kitchen skills
Desire to continually be challenged and grow as a leader
Passion for ethically sourced, organic, high quality coffee and food, and supporting farmer cooperatives
Wisconsin Food Manager Certification required, can be obtained while employed
Minimum one year kitchen experience required
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

Previous people management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Direct and train kitchen staff at the Wonderstate Cafe
Prepare and cook food in accordance with the cafe quality standards
Serves as a resource for cafe staff support and questions in absence of the Cafe Manager
Honor relationships within the team, give and receive feedback respectfully, express gratitude to others, and actively contribute to a positive team environment
Manage food COGS, waste and recipe management
Manage inventory and the product ordering process for food and other kitchen items
Ensure high quality in our products and services, and provide feedback to kitchen staff on achievement of quality
Maintain a sanitary work environment. Clean all furniture, fixtures and equipment in the kitchen daily and more frequently if needed.
Drive to locations to pick up supplies needed for cafe
Develop and uphold kitchen processes, and provide direction to kitchen staff on these processes
Ensure Food Safe Serve and state sanitation guidelines are upheld
Schedule and coordinate a quarterly deep clean of the kitchen
Serve as the first point of contact for all kitchen needs and communicating maintenance issues
Email management between vendors, farmers, and company communication
Exemplify the core values of Wonderstate
Serves as a shift lead/manager on duty with other lead positions in the cafe.
Responsible for supervising and providing direction and performance feedback to kitchen staff in collaboration with the Cafe Manager.
Involved in the scheduling, hiring process and termination process, as needed.
Makes decisions on inventory and quality control with the Café Manager.