JUNIOR'S SPORTS BAR & GRILL We're Hiring: Kitchen Team Lead
Calling all kitchen rockstars — this one's for you.
We need someone who can run our kitchen like the headline act it deserves to be: fast, sharp, and never missing a beat, even when the place is packed and every screen is showing overtime. This isn't just a cooking gig — it's a leadership role for someone who brings the energy, keeps their cool when it's chaos, and makes everyone around them better just by showing up. If you move quick, manage your time like a boss, and know how to wrangle even the trickiest personalities into one solid team — let's talk.
THE GIG
- Run the kitchen like a conductor runs an orchestra — keeping the line moving fast and smooth, even on the biggest game nights
- Set the bar (pun intended) for food quality, consistency, and presentation on every single plate
- Bring next-level attention to detail to prep, plating, portioning, and cleanliness, without ever slowing the pace
- Plan prep lists, staffing, and order timing so the kitchen is always ahead of the rush, never chasing it
- Train, coach, and hype up the team, helping newer cooks level up their speed and confidence
- Play peacekeeper when tempers flare or personalities clash — keep the kitchen calm, focused, and drama-free
- Jump in wherever you're needed — true team players don't just guard their own station
- Handle inventory, ordering, and waste control like a pro who actually cares about the budget
- Keep food safety and health code standards locked in, always
- Bring good vibes to every conversation with front-of-house and management to keep service tight and morale high
YOUR SUPERPOWERS
- Fast. You move with purpose — the chaos of a packed kitchen doesn't rattle you, it fuels you
- A time-management wizard. Prep, tickets, staffing, ordering — you juggle it all without dropping a single ball
- Experienced. You've led a kitchen or run a line before, and you know exactly what a well-oiled shift feels like
- Positive and light. Your energy is contagious, even on the wildest Friday night rush
- A people-whisperer. You handle difficult personalities with patience, humor, and zero drama
- A team player to the core. Whoever needs help, you're already there — no ego, just action
- Detail-obsessed. Nothing leaves your kitchen unless it's exactly right
- Cool under pressure. The busier it gets, the steadier and sharper you get
- You have a natural skill to diffuse and lead in an effective manner while remaining assertive.
YOU'RE OUR PERSON IF...
- You've got previous kitchen leadership or senior line cook experience
- You can juggle time, staff, and priorities in a fast, high-volume kitchen without breaking a sweat
- You've got serious conflict-resolution and people skills
- You've built a strong, supportive team culture before and want to do it again
- Food safety certification is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker
- You're flexible with evenings, weekends, and event/game nights — that's where the magic happens
THE PERKS
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Performance-based bonuses for crushing speed, quality, and consistency goals
- A real, honest path to a management role for the right rockstar
- A high-energy, team-first crew where hard work actually gets noticed
- A place that values positivity and people just as much as performance
If you're ready to lead a kitchen that moves fast, works clean, and never loses its energy — come be our next rockstar.
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
