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Don Juan Mex Grill
Kitchen Leader/Manager
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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.
$39,845 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Kitchen Leader — Don Juan Mex Grill, Easton Don Juan Mex Grill is looking for a full-time Kitchen Leader to run the back of house at our Easton location. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes pride in food that comes out right every single time — and who can build a kitchen team that does the same. If you know your way around a busy line, care about the details, and want a role where your work is visible and valued, we want to talk to you. What You'll Do Own food quality. Every plate that leaves your kitchen meets our standards for taste, temperature, portion, and presentation. Drive consistency. Make sure recipes and prep procedures are followed exactly, on every shift, by every cook. Train and develop the team. Onboard new kitchen staff, coach current cooks, and build bench strength so the kitchen runs well whether or not you're on the clock. Manage inventory. Place orders, receive and rotate product, track waste, and keep food cost where it needs to be. Lead the team. Build kitchen schedules, run shifts, hold people accountable, and keep morale strong during the rush. Keep it clean and safe. Maintain health department standards, food safety practices, and equipment upkeep at all times. What We're Looking For 2+ years of kitchen leadership experience (Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Lead Line Cook) Proven ability to hold a line to a standard during high-volume service Comfortable managing inventory, ordering, and food cost A real leader — someone who trains and coaches rather than just directs Solid knowledge of food safety and sanitation (ServSafe certification a plus, or we'll help you get it) Full-time availability including nights, weekends, and holidays Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, not a requirement Mexican or Latin cuisine experience is a plus, not a requirement What We Offer $45,000 - $60,000 per year, based on experience Performance bonus opportunities Paid time off Free shift meals and employee discounts A growing local restaurant group with room to advance A team that actually likes working together