Round Trip Brewing, based in Atlanta, GA, operates a kitchen and taproom at Avenue East Cobb. The kitchen serves fast casual food to complement our German‑style craft beer. This includes bratwursts, pretzel bites, smash burgers, and more.We are seeking an experienced kitchen lead to join our growing team in East Cobb. The Kitchen Lead is responsible for supervising food prep and cooking, maintaining a fully‑stocked kitchen inventory, and complying with safety and cleanliness standards. To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage kitchen staff and guide them to deliver quality food on time.This is a full‑time position based in Marietta, GA.Who you areA detail‑oriented person who can see a task or project to completionA service‑oriented person who enjoys exceeding expectations by creating an excellent food experienceA leader who can work independently with a focus on quality and safetyA flexible person who values taking ownership and leading your team to successThis position reports to the General Manager .ResponsibilitiesEnsuring employees follow all company and food safety/service policiesResponsible for maintaining food quality and standardsEnsures freshness, maximizes sales, and minimizes waste by planning and ensuring proper food productionCreates recipe cardsEnsures compliance with recipe cards, cooking methods, portion definitions, plate presentation and quality standardsEnsures correct temperatures and understanding correct methods for holding and reheatingEnsures food is prepared and delivered within specified timesCreates weekly food specials to drive salesResponsible for ordering food and supply inventoryResponsible for food costsDevelop effective relationships with suppliersEnsure storage areas are organized, cleaned, and with all food labeledUtilize FIFO inventory method for food and supply inventoryResponsible for efficient kitchen productionEnsuring line stations are cleaned and stocked with sufficient levels of food products & supplies to ensure smooth service periodsCommunicate potential stock issues in advanceImplementation of shift checklistsResponsible for the maintenance of all kitchen equipment in alignment with manufacturer's specificationsResponsible for ensuring all staff is trained on the kitchen equipment for safety, sanitation and maintenanceResponsible for ensuring quality of final presentation and achieving order timesManage inventory levels in advance of in‑house special events or catering ordersParticipate in relevant staff meetings and company‑wide eventsConduct pre‑shift meetings with GM and all staff before busy shiftsCoordinate pop ups at our West Midtown location at direction of GMEnsure catering orders are fulfilled in a timely fashion with all relevant suppliesHigh‑Level GoalsTraining and performance management of kitchen staffAssist General Manager in hiring of kitchen staffCreating fresh, appealing foodOrdering food and supply inventoryEfficient kitchen productionMonitoring and maintaining all food safety requirementsPhysical RequirementsAbility to climb, lift, reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift at least 40 poundsMust be able to stand for up to 8 hours in hot, wet, humid and loud environments. This position is extremely physical and demanding in nature and involves working with potentially dangerous equipment, machinery, exposure to high noise levels, and handling of hazardous materialsUses repetitive motionsCan work in both hot and cold temperaturesQualificationsMust be 21+Minimum of 2 years' kitchen supervisory experience in fast‑paced environmentTeam player that is self‑motivated and confident in making independent decisionsAbility to lead and develop peopleExcellent problem‑solving abilitiesMust have strong interpersonal skills with a hospitality mindsetAbility to communicate effectively with employees and guestsAbility to comprehend and react to financial performance in operations, basic math skillsKnowledge of physical inventory methods and food ordering processesStrong communication skills, both written and verbalFlexible working schedule, primarily weekends and eveningsServSafe certifiedReadiness to learn POS system and possession of basic computer knowledge including use of email and Google productsValid driver's license and clean driving recordFull‑time benefitsHealth, vision, and dental insurance with the ability to add family members. Round Trip Brewing will pay 50% of employee health premiums.Paid time off (vacation, personal, or sick days)Basic 401k planWeekly beer stipend#J-18808-Ljbffr
