Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Kitchen Lead to join our food service team. In this role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a Kitchen Lead, you will mentor and manage a team of enthusiastic junior culinary professionals, coordinate food preparation and cooking processes, and uphold exceptional hospitality standards.

Your leadership will drive efficiency, foster teamwork, and create an inviting environment where both staff and guests thrive. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate food industry professional eager to lead with enthusiasm and expertise!

Responsibilities

- Supervise daily kitchen activities, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to ensure consistency and quality.
- Manage team members by providing guidance, training, and support to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Oversee food safety protocols and proper handling procedures in compliance with health regulations to maintain a safe kitchen environment.
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow, timely order fulfillment, and excellent customer experiences.
- Utilize POS systems (Lightspeed) to process orders accurately and minimize waste and food returned by customers.
- Conduct interviews and assist in hiring new kitchen staff to build a skilled and motivated team when needed.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen area at all times.

Qualifications





- Proven experience in food preparation and cooking with a strong background in the food service industry.
- Supervising experience in a rapid-paced restaurant or hospitality setting.
- Knowledge of POS systems such as Lightspeed or similar platforms is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Familiarity with food safety standards, proper food handling techniques, and health regulations. Food Safe up to date is mandatory.
- Excellent customer service skills with a passion for delivering flawless dining experiences.
- Ability to liaise between the cooks and the front of the house effectively and balance competing priorities.
- Previous experience working in hotel or restaurant environments is highly desirable.

You will be working on a schedule of 4 days on/3 days off. If you are not located in Logan Lake, you will need to be able to commute reliably to and from Logan Lake. Join us as a Kitchen Lead where your culinary expertise combined with your leadership talents will elevate our food service operations. We value energetic professionals committed to excellence who are eager to inspire their teams while delivering outstanding guest experiences every day.

Pay: $22.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Logan Lake, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Lead (Logan Lake)
🏢 Pinecrest Hospitality Group
📍 Logan Lake