Prepared Foods Lead
About The Position
McKinnon's is seeking a hands-on Prepared Foods Team Lead for its Portsmouth store. The role helps lead daily kitchen and prepared foods operations while working alongside the team to prepare, cook, package, and display meals and side dishes. The lead supports consistent food quality, freshness, presentation, and portion sizes; coordinates daily preparation and production; trains and supports team members; follows food safety procedures; monitors inventory and waste; maintains clean and organized work areas; serves customers; and communicates department needs to store management. Pay is based on fit and experience.
Requirements
- Experience in prepared foods, a commercial kitchen, catering, restaurant cooking, or a similar setting.
- Strong organization, communication, and time management skills.
- A dependable, positive approach and willingness to work alongside the team.
- Attention to food quality, cleanliness, and customer service.
- Availability to work a retail schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of an active kitchen role, with reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Help lead daily operations in the kitchen and prepared foods department.
- Work with the team to prepare, cook, package, and display meals and side dishes.
- Maintain consistent food quality, freshness, presentation, and portion sizes.
- Coordinate daily preparation and production so popular items remain available throughout the day.
- Train and support team members and help prioritize tasks during busy periods.
- Follow food safety procedures, including proper cooking, cooling, holding temperatures, labeling, and sanitation.
- Monitor inventory, rotate products, and help control waste.
- Keep work areas, equipment, and displays clean and organized.
- Provide friendly customer service and answer questions about prepared foods.
- Communicate department needs and concerns to store management.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Paid training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
