Kitchen Team Lead - Hot Food

We are seeking a passionate, high-energy Kitchen Team Lead to join our team at Hen House. In this role, you'll bring energy and ownership to the kitchen-driving consistency, inspiring your team, and delivering fresh, high-quality ready-to-eat offerings that elevate the guest experience and keep customers coming back.At Hen House, we're more than a grocery store-we're a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.This is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves working with food, and is motivated by building a strong team, delivering great results, and creating a kitchen operation they can truly take pride in.Key Responsibilities & Job DutiesProvide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service while ensuring a positive food service experience

Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and product presentation

Ensure timely production of deli items such as sandwiches, salads, hot foods, grab-and-go meals, and catering orders

Maintain efficient kitchen workflow during peak service hours and support overall department execution

Monitor portion control, product consistency, and minimize food waste

Supervise and direct team members, ensuring accountability, productivity, and consistent execution

Train team members on recipes, prep procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times

Enforce all food safety, sanitation, labeling, and rotation standards to ensure compliance

Prepare for and support health inspections and ensure adherence to all local regulations

Manage inventory levels, order supplies, and track product usage to support availability and reduce shrink

Support food and labor cost control efforts in partnership with department leadership

Ensure consistency in recipes, food quality, and presentation standards

Assist with menu execution, seasonal items, and continuous improvement of offerings

Support scheduling, task delegation, and shift execution to meet operational needs

Communicate clearly with store leadership and collaborate across departments to support store goals

Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and safety standards

Support loss prevention efforts and maintain awareness of cost controls

Remain hands-on and productive during all shifts, stepping in as needed to support the team

Other job duties as assigned

Minimum QualificationsRequired: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Required: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Required: 2+ years of kitchen, deli, or prepared foods experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities

Preferred: Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations

Preferred: Experience with inventory management, ordering, and food cost control

Job Posted by ApplicantPro