Kitchen Lead - Kitchen

Cosm•Atlanta, GA

2d•$23 - $23

About The Position

The Kitchen Lead ensures the highest quality food is produced, recipes are followed precisely, the kitchen is kept clean, and team members work together to support the operation. The role requires following Cosm policies and procedures, maintaining food safety and health department standards, preparing the assigned section on time, and helping deliver accurate orders and timely service. The Kitchen Lead must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation and be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment.

Requirements

Previous experience required; experience in a fast-paced casual dining establishment is preferred.
Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.
Able to obtain and maintain a valid food service permit.
Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Good time-management and communication skills.
Able to continuously stand, walk, and lift up to 10 pounds; frequently bend, squat, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally kneel and lift up to 50 pounds; and seldom sit, climb, push, pull, or lift over 50 pounds.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment.
Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a fast-paced casual dining establishment.

Responsibilities

Arrive as scheduled, prepared to assume shift responsibilities, well-groomed, and in proper uniform.
Obtain and maintain a valid food service permit.
Follow prep sheets, food-handling procedures, allergen-risk practices, product shelf-life rules, and health department requirements for food storage and hygiene.
Prepare and maintain the station, including product utilization and rotation, correct portioning, and minimizing waste; record waste on the provided sheet.
Ensure food meets or exceeds company quality standards and follow recipes precisely.
Prepare the assigned section by its scheduled time and ensure it is ready for anticipated business levels.
Keep food-preparation and storage areas, including floors, clean and organized; practice clean-as-you-go techniques.
Use safe knife skills and operate line equipment safely according to procedures.
Know the menu items prepared at the station and the company’s products, services, current promotions, and recurring events.
Help team members support order accuracy and speed of service, and follow supervisors’ directions, including side work and cleaning requests.
Interact positively, professionally, and in a friendly manner with guests, coworkers, and managers.
Attend scheduled ongoing training and comply with Cosm policies, training manuals, and employee handbook.
Follow company and state safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Work a variety of shifts as operational needs require, including late hours, weekends, and holidays.