Kitchen Lead Little Engine Chicken Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $24 - $27 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Spanish Food Safety Manager Certification Shift management Organizational skills Crew management Time management Full Job Description Kitchen Supervisor Little Engine Chicken — Washington, DCFull-Time / Part-Time | Hourly | $24-$27/hour (including tips) About Little Engine Little Engine is a neighborhood rotisserie and wings spot built around great food, big flavor, and a little bit of nostalgia. We're a quick-service, chef-driven restaurant with an open kitchen, where our guests can see the food being made and interact with our team. We're a growing brand, and we're looking for strong people who want to build their skills, take on more responsibility, and grow with us as we grow. About the Role We're looking for a Kitchen Supervisor to help lead our BOH team and keep the kitchen running smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and food safety. This is a hands-on role. You'll work side-by-side with line cooks, prep crew and managers while helping lead the team through busy services. Because we have an open kitchen, hospitality is part of the job too. You should be comfortable interacting with guests, helping resolve the occasional issue, and being a friendly face to our regulars. Key Responsibilities Shift Leadership Direct the team during shifts, including station positioning and ticket flow. Monitor ticket times, food quality, cleanliness and overall execution during service. Lead from the line when needed and lead by example. Communicate with the team and management to keep service running smoothly. Help build a positive, accountable BOH culture. Food Quality & Safety Be the gatekeeper of quality and consistency and last line of defense to prevent anything below our standards from making it out to our guests from adherence to recipes, portions, cooking standards, and presentation. Maintain proper food safety, temperature logs, allergen protocols, and kitchen hygiene. Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and ready for the next shift. Inventory & Prep Oversee daily prep lists and make sure the kitchen is properly stocked for service. Monitor waste, inventory levels, and product usage. Help place, receive, check in and properly store deliveries. Communicate ordering needs, shortages, and equipment issues to management. Guest Experience Be a friendly and approachable presence in our open kitchen. Answer questions about the menu and food. Help address guest concerns or service issues when they arise. Build relationships with our regular customers. What We're Looking For 1+ year of experience as a supervisor, lead cook, keyholder, sous chef, or similar role in a fast-casual or high-volume kitchen. Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and proper food handling. DC Food service Manager certification required but we can help certify Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills. Ability to stay calm, focused, and positive during busy service. Comfortable leading a team while still being willing to work alongside them. Friendly, professional, and comfortable interacting with guests. Spanish-speaking ability is a plus. Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Perks & Benefits $24-$27+/hour (including tips) , based on experience with 40-45 hours a week Free shift meals Flexible scheduling Opportunities for growth and a clear path toward management Training and development as Little Engine continues to grow PTO & health insurance options for eligible full-time employees Employee discount for off-shift dining If you're looking for a place where you can do great work, learn, lead, and grow with a young restaurant brand, we'd love to meet you.

Pay:

$24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Ability to

Commute:

Washington, DC 20003 (Required)

Work Location:

In person