Zinc is a restaurant and market that provides our employees and customers a sense of place. Anyone who walks through the doors can recharge, connect with one another and to the community in which they live. Everything we do at Zinc is done with this in mind: Simple ingredients for a good life.
Our Shift Leads support our Kitchen Managers in driving daily operations of our kitchens in delivering great food to all of our guests. They must work well within a team, thrive in a busy environment, while constantly striving to make every guest feel at home.
Responsibilities:
Lead the daily operations of the kitchen and ensure consistent execution of food and timely flow of service by directing the team
Ensure staff are compliant with proper time clock practices (including breaks) as well as in the proper uniform
Manage and oversee direct reports
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all positions that you oversee and maintain the ability to cover each position as needed
Display working knowledge of all ingredients and preparation used on the menu
Assist the Kitchen Manager with projects and administrative tasks
Uphold health, safety and sanitation guidelines through leading by example as well as coaching and correcting staff
Ensure all kitchen stations are fully stocked, clean and organized and perform kitchen line checks to ensure all food that is served meets company quality and safety standards
Collaborate with and support fellow team members
Communicate effectively with the kitchen and front of house teams and embody an environment of teamwork
Handle varying levels of business volume with composure & a positive attitude and support team members so they can do the same
Ensure the team completes all opening and closing duties and assist with duties as needed
Follow all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses
Benefits:
A friendly, fun, positive work environment
Paid time off
Competitive wages $18.00-$22.00/hour, plus tips; minimum starting wage dependent on location worked
Discounts on Zinc products, food & beverages
Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options available for part time and full time Team Members
Holiday Premium: hourly employees who work on an observed holiday will be paid 1.5x their hourly wage
401k, company matched contribution
Job Qualifications:
A team player with a positive attitude
Quick and flexible learner
Communication and collaboration skills
2+ years in a line cook position at a casual restaurant or similar experience, supervisory experience is a plus
Attention to detail
-Proficient knowledge of food, cooking and kitchen equipment
Proficiency in English is preferred, must be able to read tickets on a screen
Food handlers certification
Covid Vaccination required
Work Context:
Working with hot foods and beverages
Walking and standing for long periods of time
Tasks will be performed using and in the proximity of coolers, stoves, and other hot equipment
The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch for duration of shift (eight hours or longer)
The employee must frequently lift and/or move and/or push up to 50 pounds without assistance
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a typical office and restaurant environment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Zinc Café & Market is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Zinc Café & Market makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.