Team Lead (Dinner Service) – Taqueria Vegana
Job Summary
We’re hiring a Team Lead to lead our dinner service from Wednesday to Sunday. This is a cooking position and a leadership role. You’ll be working on the line while guiding the team, making sure service runs smoothly, and upholding the standards that define us.
We’re a mission-driven company rooted in hospitality, inclusion, and creating food that makes people feel taken care of. Because of that, this role goes beyond operations. We’re looking for someone who connects with what we’re building and feels genuinely called to support others.
The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, thrives in fast-paced environments, and has a natural sense of empathy. Someone sharp, detail-oriented, and a strong problem solver who can think ahead, stay organized, and make decisions in real time.
Responsibilities
- Lead dinner service and ensure smooth, efficient operations
- Work the line while guiding and supporting the team throughout service
- Maintain high standards of food quality, speed, and cleanliness
- Communicate with the prep team to ensure the line is stocked and ready
- Support and develop team members through leadership and example
- Monitor team performance and provide ongoing feedback and guidance
- Step in wherever needed to support the flow of service
- Ensure adherence to company standards, safety protocols, and cleanliness
- Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable team environment
Experience & Skills
- Previous leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen (required)
- Strong cooking skills and confidence working the line
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and support a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive mindset
- Natural empathy and genuine care for others
- Sharp thinking, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving ability
- Ability to stay calm, organized, and focused under pressure
- Reliable, accountable, and consistent in performance
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous growth
- Alignment with our values and interest in growing with the company
At Taqueria Vegana, leadership means being of service to your team, to our guests, and to the work. We’re a growing company, and we’re looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey!
We’re very intentional about who we bring onto our team. The people we work with have a direct impact on our culture, our customers, and everything we’re building, so we take the hiring process seriously and are looking for someone who truly aligns with our values.
We are currently looking to fill two Team Lead positions, one for our Bloor (975 Bloor St W) location and one for our Dupont (1543 Dupont St) location, and we’re hoping to welcome the right people onto our team as soon as possible.
Compensation
Up to $23/hour, based on experience and skills.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply through here, or send us an email to [email protected] with your resume and brief description of what hospitality means to you.
Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Why do you want to work at Taqueria Vegana?
- Briefly, what does hospitality means to you?
Experience:
- Leadership: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
