Kitchen Supervisor

2 years

Kitchen Supervisor

Salud!
Marina del Rey, CA

Position Summary

Salud! is seeking a hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations and help lead our culinary team through both cafe and evening service. This role is responsible for maintaining food quality, consistency, cleanliness, organization and team accountability while supporting the execution of our brunch, cafe and evening tapas programs.

The Kitchen Supervisor works closely with ownership to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, proper prep execution, strong communication between FOH and BOH and a positive team culture rooted in hospitality and professionalism.

This position requires strong leadership, culinary knowledge, attention to detail, urgency and the ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

Must be able to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations & Prep Oversight

• Supervise daily kitchen prep and production.
• Ensure prep lists are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Verify food quality, freshness, labeling, dating, rotation and storage standards.
• Maintain proper pars for all menu items and communicate shortages proactively.
• Ensure recipes, preparation methods and portion standards are consistently followed.
• Support ordering, inventory awareness and waste reduction initiatives.

Service Leadership & Execution

• Lead kitchen operations during brunch and dinner service.
• Monitor ticket times, pacing, communication and station readiness.
• Provide real-time support and direction to cooks during service.
• Ensure all dishes meet presentation, quality and consistency standards.
• Address operational issues quickly to maintain a smooth guest experience.
• Assist stations directly during peak business periods.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability and positive communication.
• Train and coach kitchen team members on proper techniques, execution, organization and cleanliness.
• Support onboarding and development of new employees.
• Maintain performance expectations and uphold company standards.
• Provide constructive feedback and communicate performance concerns to management.

Food Safety, Cleanliness & Organization

• Enforce all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, walk-ins, dry storage, prep areas and equipment.
• Ensure all products are properly labeled, dated, rotated and stored.
• Oversee daily cleaning and closing responsibilities.
• Identify and address cleanliness or organizational issues immediately.

Operational Support

• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures.
• Communicate maintenance needs, equipment concerns and operational challenges.
• Help maintain labor efficiency and support cost-control initiatives.
• Participate in menu rollouts, recipe updates and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of kitchen leadership, lead line cook or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in brunch, cafe, or full-service restaurant environments strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation and kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organization and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Availability to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting and repetitive motions.

Schedule Expectations

Typical schedule consists of 5 shifts per week, including weekends and holidays as needed.

The Kitchen Supervisor may be scheduled for:

• Afternoon cafe and brunch shifts
• Evening dinner service shifts
• Administrative and prep shifts based on business needs

Schedule flexibility is required as the restaurant continues to grow.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $24$28 per hour (DOE)

Benefits & Perks

• Dining discounts
• Growth opportunities within a growing hospitality company
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and culinary innovation
• Positive and collaborative team culture

About Salud!

Salud! is a specialty coffee shop by day and cocktail bar by night located in Venice CA. Inspired by Latin culture, hospitality and craftsmanship, our mission is to bring people together through beautifully crafted food, coffee, and cocktails.

We're building a team of passionate hospitality professionals who care deeply about guest experience, teamwork, and creating something special for our community.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in your work, and enjoy leading by example, we'd love to meet you.

Send resumes to [email protected]

Compensation: Hourly ($25.00 - $28.00)

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Strong Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Multitask Effectively

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to Adapt to Changing Situations

Commitment to Team Success

Ability to Provide Constructive Criticism

Strong Organizational Skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Attention to Food Presentation

Ability to manage stress

Ability to Train Others

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ability to Foster a Positive Work Environment

Ability to Engage With Guests

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