What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Lead position at Acadia National Park?
Title: Kitchen Lead
Reports To: Executive Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Reports To: Executive Chef
Department: Food & Beverage
Position Overview:
As a Kitchen Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth opening and closing of the kitchen. You will lead daily kitchen operations, from preparing the space and team for a successful service to ensuring all tasks are completed at the end of the shift. This position requires a reliable and proactive leader who can maintain high standards of food quality and sanitation throughout the day. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for culinary excellence, we want you to join our team!
As a Kitchen Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth opening and closing of the kitchen. You will lead daily kitchen operations, from preparing the space and team for a successful service to ensuring all tasks are completed at the end of the shift. This position requires a reliable and proactive leader who can maintain high standards of food quality and sanitation throughout the day. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for culinary excellence, we want you to join our team!
Responsibilities:
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Opening & Closing the Kitchen:
- Supervise the setup and breakdown of the kitchen, ensuring all equipment, food, and stations are ready for service or properly cleaned and stored at the end of the day.
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Team Leadership & Training:
- Lead, mentor, and train kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to best practices, safety protocols, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
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Quality Control & Food Preparation:
- Ensure all food is prepared and presented to the highest standards, working closely with the Executive Chef to maintain consistency and quality throughout the day.
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Inventory & Waste Management:
- Oversee inventory management, ensuring proper stock rotation, accurate ordering, and minimizing waste. Track food safety and sanitation compliance.
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Health & Safety Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols, including maintaining ServSafe or Food Handler Certification and ensuring the kitchen meets all health and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years in the food and beverage industry, with substantial kitchen experience.
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a kitchen environment.
- Strong understanding of POS systems, inventory management, and food cost control.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- ServSafe or Food Handler Certification (required or to be obtained per company policy).
Why You’ll Love Working at Jordan Pond House:
- Competitive Pay: Kitchen Leads make a competitive hourly rate as well as qualify for a generous end of season bonus
- Iconic Location: Work in one of Maine's most historic and scenic locations, nestled within Acadia National Park.
- Team Environment: Be part of a hardworking, supportive team that strives for excellence in every aspect of service.
- Outdoor Dining: Experience working outdoors, with stunning views that make every shift unique.
- Seasonal Opportunity: Enjoy the beauty of Maine’s seasons while working in a high-energy, professional setting.
- Growth Potential: Opportunities for advancement in the restaurant industry, with a focus on internal promotions.
- Local Flexibility: Ideal for students, part-time workers, or anyone looking to build a rewarding experience in a well-known location.
- Employee Shuttle: Limiting drive time and parking hassles, park at any of our housing locations and ride in to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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