Job Description

We are committed to producing high-quality, safe, and innovative food products. Our team values consistency, food safety, and a passion for delivering excellence. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Kitchen Lead to join our growing production team.

Job Summary:

The Kitchen Lead oversees daily kitchen operations within our food manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production, compliance with food safety standards, and coordination with other departments. This role is hands-on and requires leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff, including line cooks and prep personnel, ensuring compliance with production schedules.
• Monitor all kitchen operations for food safety, quality assurance, and cleanliness (including GMP and HACCP compliance).
• Execute batch cooking and recipe preparation according to company specifications and standards.
• Manage ingredient inventory, prep schedules, and coordinate with purchasing/warehouse to ensure materials are available.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on standard operating procedures and safe handling practices.
• Monitor and document critical control points and quality metrics.
• Communicate with Production and QA teams to resolve issues or improve processes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment and workspaces.
• Support and enforce health and safety policies.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably within a food manufacturing or large-scale production environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations (GMP, HACCP, or FSMA preferred).
• Ability to read and follow detailed recipes and batch sheets.
• Comfortable working in hot, cold, and fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

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