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Mast Market
Kitchen Lead, Mast Market Bedford, NY -No Nearby Public Transit-Reliable Transportation Required
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Supervisor supervises food preparation and staff for a restaurant or dining hall. Manages budget for food supplies, equipment and staff; hires and trains staff; monitors food safety procedures. May plan menus or work with chefs or dieticians to plan menus. Works in a school, hospital, nursing home or other institution.
$41,664 / year median in New York
+16% projected growth
Job Description
About Mast Market "Best of Westchester" winner Mast Market is a community‑focused, bustling market and café in the heart of historic Bedford Village, NY. Open daily, Mast offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, groceries, pastries, everyday goods, and a full coffee bar. Our menu elevates everyday classics with an emphasis on clean ingredients and local sourcing. Our signature dishes include rotisserie chicken, seasonal salad bowls, and our breakfast sandwiches. Our full espresso bar features our very own Mast organic coffee beans and includes organic teas (matcha included), hot chocolates, and specialty iced drinks. Role Summary This is an exciting, full-time opportunity for an experienced, hands-on kitchen leader who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative, team-first environment. The Kitchen Lead plays a central role in leading day-to-day kitchen operations, supporting and reporting directly to the General Manager. This is not a traditional "back-of-house only" leadership role. Instead, we have implemented a "One Crew" strategy —a unified team where kitchen and service work together seamlessly as one operation. The Kitchen Lead serves as the point person for all kitchen functions while fostering a culture of shared ownership, accountability, and mutual respect across the entire location. In this role, you will be responsible for executing and consistently upholding the kitchen standards established by the company, while maintaining exceptional food quality, supporting colleagues, and ensuring efficient day-to-day operations. As a growing brand, we are actively building, refining, and stabilizing SOPs that must be scalable across all current and future locations, making consistency and standards adherence absolutely essential. Maintaining and reinforcing these standards is critical to our long-term growth and success. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively, remains composed under pressure, leads by example, values teamwork, is physically capable, and genuinely takes pride in kitchen operations and craftsmanship. Open availability is essential (weekends required), as we operate daily from early morning through evening (kitchen hours: 7am-7pm). Reliable transportation is required, as Bedford Village, NY is not easily accessible via public transit. Key Responsibilities Actively lead daily kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, cleaning, and service. Guide, train, and support team members, encouraging a positive work environment. Report to the General Manager upholding consistency, quality, and presentation standards across all food offerings. Communicate and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operations and customer experience. Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and food safety. Inventory management, ordering, and proper product rotation. Assist General Manager with scheduling and staffing needs. Monitor waste and contribute to cost-control and efficiency efforts Qualifications & Requirements 2 years kitchen experience in a leadership role, ideally in a café, or fast-casual environment. Open availability (weekends will be required) Excellent communication skills. Customer service/hospitality experience. Positive attitude, adaptability, and a solutions-oriented mindset Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Requires being on feet for 8+ hour periods. Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards Reliable transportation required Compensation Competitive pay: $21-22 per hour (+tips-avg hourly tips are ~$6-$8/hr)