Lead Line Cook/Dish washer/ Kitchen manager Poseidons Greek Restaurant Lafayette, LA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $12 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Grilling Recipe adherence Assisting with meal planning Food preparation for special diets Food service health code compliance Kitchen knives Fine dining experience Team leadership Blade sharpening Safety regulations Staff scheduling Food portioning Team scheduling Cleaning cooking equipment Mid-level Food service inventory management Food safety sanitizing procedures Industry trends Kitchen staff training Organizational skills Production management Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Accommodating special dietary needs Technical skills instruction Kitchen staff scheduling Safety standard operating procedures Meal planning Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Lead Line Cook/Dish Washer/Kitchen Manager to join our dynamic culinary team. This multifaceted role combines hands-on cooking, kitchen management, and sanitation responsibilities to ensure a seamless and high-quality dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring culinary expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for food safety to foster a vibrant, efficient, and safe kitchen environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary career while contributing to a thriving food service operation dedicated to excellence. Duties Lead food preparation and cooking activities, ensuring adherence to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards. Oversee daily kitchen operations, including managing kitchen staff, scheduling shifts, and coordinating meal production during high-volume service periods. Maintain strict food safety and sanitizing procedures in accordance with industry standards to ensure a safe environment for staff and guests. Supervise dishwashing operations, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchenware and equipment while maintaining efficient workflow. Assist in menu planning by contributing ideas for new dishes, seasonal offerings, and special dietary accommodations. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, braising units, poaching stations, knife sharpening tools, and other culinary appliances. Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies; place orders as needed to support continuous food production without waste or shortages. Train new team members on food handling procedures, recipe adherence, culinary techniques such as braising and grilling, and safety protocols. Ensure the kitchen maintains a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and leadership. Skills Extensive culinary experience with a focus on fine dining or high-volume food production environments. Strong knowledge of food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures. Proficiency in food preparation techniques including poaching, braising, grilling, and meal assembly. Excellent knife skills with the ability to prepare ingredients efficiently and safely. Experience with menu planning tailored to dietary needs or restrictions; familiarity with dietary department standards is a plus. Ability to operate various kitchen equipment safely while maintaining cleanliness standards. Prior experience in restaurant or catering settings demonstrating food handling expertise across diverse cuisines. Leadership skills capable of managing kitchen staff effectively during busy service hours. Knowledge of food industry trends with an emphasis on recipe adherence and innovative meal presentation. Strong organizational skills for inventory control and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences by combining culinary artistry with exceptional kitchen management! We welcome passionate professionals eager to grow their skills in a lively environment committed to quality, safety, and teamwork. All positions are paid roles dedicated to fostering talent at every level of the food service industry—whether you're leading the line or supporting behind the scenes!

Pay:

$12.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person