Kitchen Shift Leader

Position Summary : LG’s Kitchen Shift Leader supervises and coordinates activities of food preparation and presentation and kitchen employees by performing the following duties, other duties may be assigned :

RESTAURANT OPERATIONS :

• Manages preparing and portioning food; manages food surpluses and leftovers effectively.
• Ensures recipes and presentations are adhered to PS Hospitality Chicago plate specifications.
• Manages employees on the line, prep, and inventory by making sure they are following all operating procedures.
• Assists the GM and Owner with Cost of Goods (COGs) and Labor control.
• Helps manage inventory, storage, and distribution of food and supplies by following “First In, First Out” (FIFO).
• Supervises Back of House employees daily and nightly cleaning procedures; maintains a clean, organized, and stocked environment in compliance with the Department of Health guidelines.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing to all levels of staff and management.
• Safeguards all food preparation employees.
• Assists with coaching, training, and development of all Back of House employees.
• Assists with ensuring and overseeing line checks, temperature logs.
• Assists in monitoring equipment function and reporting any maintenance needed to GM, Owner and Manager on Duty.
• Communicates with Front of House any 86ed items or food counts throughout shift.
• Maintains knowledge and familiarization with local and state safety / sanitation laws.

EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills) : .