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Trolley (Kitchen)

Supervisor Classification:

Full-Time, Hourly Schedule:

Approximately 40 hours per week

Reports To:

Operations Manager Who We Are Located in Downtown Palisade, Peach Street Distillers is the first Distillery in Colorado and is the original grain-to-glass Distillery using local produce in all of our 30+ spirits. Position Summary The Trolley Supervisor is responsible for leading the day-to-day operation of the Peach Street food trolley (similar to a food truck), including the team, food preparation, scheduling, menu execution, administrative responsibilities, and financial performance. This Trolley supports our Tasting Room and Distillery. This is a hands-on leadership position. The Supervisor's time will be split between administrative/office responsibilities and working directly in the trolley as a line cook and leader alongside the team. The Trolley Supervisor will report to and work closely with the Operations Manager to create a consistent, efficient, profitable, and positive food operation that reflects "The Peach Street Way". Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead daily Trolley operations and ensure the team is prepared for service.
• Supervise, coach, train, and support Trolley employees.
• Set clear expectations for quality, cleanliness, organization, teamwork, and guest experience.
• Work scheduled line cook shifts alongside the team.
• Help solve operational problems quickly and communicate needs to the Operations Manager.
• Maintain a professional, positive, team-focused working environment. Scheduling & Staffing
• Build and maintain the weekly Trolley employee schedule.
• Schedule appropriately based on anticipated business levels, events, and labor needs.
• Assist with employee training, development, performance feedback, and accountability.
• Communicate staffing concerns and hiring needs to the Operations Manager. Prep & Production Management
• Develop and maintain daily and weekly prep lists.
• Establish and maintain appropriate par levels.
• Ensure food is properly prepared, labeled, stored, rotated, and ready for service.
• Monitor production levels to minimize shortages and unnecessary waste.
• Coordinate prep priorities with the Trolley Assistant and Trolley team. Menu Development
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager on menu development.
• Develop and execute rotating specials and seasonal offerings.
• Help ensure menu items can be executed consistently and efficiently.
• Consider ingredient availability, production requirements, guest demand, and profitability when developing menu items. Food Cost & Financial Management
• Monitor food cost and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
• Track waste, portioning, pricing, and product usage.
• Work with the Trolley Assistant to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Review purchasing and usage trends.
• Recommend pricing or menu changes when necessary to protect margins. Invoices & Administration
• Enter, review, and manage food-related invoices in Peach Street's software systems.
• Maintain accurate records related to purchases and food costs.
• Work with the Operations Manager to resolve invoice, vendor, or cost discrepancies.
• Complete assigned administrative responsibilities accurately and on time. Food Safety & Cleanliness
• Ensure compliance with Peach Street food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen and Trolley workspace.
• Ensure employees follow proper food handling, storage, cleaning, and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications The ideal candidate:

• Has professional kitchen and line cooking experience.
• Has previous leadership, shift lead, sous chef, kitchen manager, or supervisory experience.
• Is organized and comfortable balancing administrative work with hands-on kitchen responsibilities.
• Understands food cost, portion control, inventory, prep planning, and kitchen organization.
• Understands integration of locally sourced products and our spirits.
• Can build schedules and manage competing priorities.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Leads by example and is willing to jump in wherever needed.
• Works well collaboratively with the Operations Manager and broader Peach Street leadership team.

What Success Looks Like A successful Trolley Supervisor creates a Trolley operation that is well staffed, well prepared, clean, organized, financially responsible, and consistently delivers great food. This leader understands that leadership at Peach Street means being part of the work—not simply directing it. One Team. One Dream. One Way — The Peach Street Way!

Pay:

$24.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person