Kitchen Lead at Georgetown Market

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Preparation, Kitchen Operations, Food Safety, Sanitation Standards, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Communication, Knife Skills, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Time Management, Attention To Detail, Math Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Food Quality Control, Shrink Reduction

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

Description Directly Reports to: Eatery Department Manager Georgetown Market is an independent, family-owned Natural Foods Store and Eatery, firmly rooted on the west side of Indianapolis, Indiana, since 1973. Our customers trust us to share our expertise and provide them with quality products and outstanding service. Position Summary: Georgetown Market is seeking a creative, hardworking individual to assist in overseeing our Eatery kitchen staff and operations. They will ensure food is prepared and served to our high standards, and that the kitchen runs smoothly. They will make certain that all kitchen safety and sanitation standards are followed. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with the Eatery Manager to best meet production standards. Responsible for the overall production of prepared food items including hot bar, cold case, bakery, and grab n go. Oversee day to day production for all prepared food items while keeping stock full, fresh, and presented in the best way possible. Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh and of a high quality. Maintain the production and prep lists and ensure the kitchen meets all pars for the day. Promote a team atmosphere. Communicate regularly with Eatery management. Track and minimize shrink both from raw food ingredients and outdated prepared food. Ensure that Georgetown Market ingredient standards are maintained in regard to produce, meats, and packaged/bulk items. Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment, and dishes. Follow all Board of Health regulations and company policies. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment. Store raw and perishable goods correctly, including labeling and organizing in an efficient manner. Maintain strict standards with the handling of raw meats and seafood. Consistently sweep and mop floors. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Strong foundational knowledge of food and cooking. Above average knife skills. Excellent customer service skills. Function well in a fast-paced, busy environment. Positive attitude and good energy. A team player! Must be self-motivated and able to motivate others. Strong communication skills. General math skills. Presents a clean and neat appearance. Maintains a good attendance record and arrives to work at scheduled times. Attentive to details. Ability to trouble-shoot problems and present solutions for a variety of situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree or culinary training preferred. Must be at least 21 years of age. 3+ years professional experience. Must have a current Indiana Serve Safe and Food Handlers certification. Must possess strong safety awareness. Commitment to company values. Physical Summary: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to operate mechanical equipment, sit, talk, hear, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hand/arms, occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb with occasional repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordingly. Americans with Disabilities Specifications: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

This role involves assisting in overseeing the Eatery kitchen staff and operations, ensuring food is prepared and served to high standards, and maintaining smooth kitchen functionality. Key duties include overseeing daily production for all prepared food items, maintaining stock freshness, and ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation regulations.