Line Cook & Shift Manager

Overview:

We are seeking a Line Cook & Shift Manager who is not only skilled on the line but also thrives in a leadership role. This position is a hybrid of hands-on cooking and shift management, ensuring that both the kitchen and overall restaurant operations run smoothly during your shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

Cooking & Line Duties

• Prepare and cook menu items to Baked! standards, maintaining quality, speed, and presentation.
• Assist with prep work, inventory rotation, and ensuring the line is fully stocked before and during shifts.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines consistently.

Shift Management & Leadership

• Lead the team during scheduled shifts, acting as the primary point of contact for both kitchen and front-of-house staff.
• Assign tasks, delegate responsibilities, and ensure all stations operate efficiently.
• Monitor order flow to balance speed of service with food quality.
• Solve issues quickly, including customer concerns, staffing adjustments, or supply shortages.
• Conduct shift opening and closing duties, including checklists, cash handling (if applicable), and reporting.

Operations Oversight

• Manage daily inventory levels and communicate any shortages to the owner or GM.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members, setting an example through leadership and performance.
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe work environment for staff and guests.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 1–2 years as a line cook, with prior supervisory or shift lead experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities; able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge: Understanding of food safety, kitchen operations, and team management.
• Availability: Must have flexible availability, including weekends.

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