Kitchen Lead - Deschutes Brewery Bend Pub - Deschutes Brewery

We are looking for a talented and experienced Lead Line Cook.  Responsibilities include food expediting, ensure high quality food and product delivery, staffing decisions, and effective communication. We are seeking a leadership style that provides an environment where productivity, accountability and motivation are top priorities. Flexibility in scheduling (working days, nights, and weekends) required.  

What you'll be doing:

• Create an atmosphere that supports Deschutes Brewery's Mission, Core Values, and Strategic Vision
• Ensure exceptional plating and high quality food
• Responsible for controlling labor costs and waste management
• Efficient ticket times through staff management and positive coaching
• Maintains an exceptionally clean and organized station
• Break and station rotation as needed
• Oversee and prep all stations for AM service
• Follow proper closing duties for the line and prep kitchen
• Adherence to established OSHA safety standards and enforce sanitation regulations
• Leadership, mentoring, and training of fellow co-owners
• Display positive communications with all co-owners
• Maintain positive and professional communications with external customers

 What you'll need to be successful:

• Previous line cook experience
• Proven ability working well under pressure in a high-volume kitchen
• Ability to adapt quickly to situational changes
• Knowledge of plating expectations, portion control, and value
• Ability to work all line stations and fill in where needed
• Alignment with the company and chefs' visions through effective communication
• The ability to lead, model teamwork, collaboration, and open communication
• A positive and solution oriented attitude
• Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
• Leadership ability that supports a team environment
• Flexible schedule (working days, nights, and weekends) required