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Kitchen Lead

FatCats

·

Jun 16, 2026

Salary
$18 – $20/hr
Location
Mesa, AZ
Seniority
Lead
Source
Paylocity

Description

Description

Schedule:

Variety of opening, mid, and closing shifts.

Benefits:

401k, Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), Holiday Pay


The Gist

We are looking for a driven, team player who is passionate about providing exceptional service as a Kitchen Lead. The Kitchen Lead assists the Kitchen Manager in managing the preparation of food items, inventory, ordering and daily kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurant/bowling and entertainment center.


About FatCats

Our mission is to: Delight and connect people... one game, one film, one experience at a time. This applies to our team too. We're proud of our fun and supportive culture that promotes personal and professional growth, internal promotions, and work-life balance. At FatCats, we practice humility by listening first, trust by believing in each other, excellence by improving every day, teamwork by showing up for one another, and stewardship by leading in our respective roles.

Since Kitchen Lead is a leadership position, we also want you to know about our Leadership Guiding Principles. These are the basic principles we apply in all our interactions as a leader and define what kind of person we want to find for this role.


Assume Positive Intent

Operate in the Gray

Give Others the Benefit of the Doubt

Show Loyalty to the Absent

Exhibit High Courage and High Consideration

Be Respectful in Disagreement

Build Trust with Your Team

Let the Best Idea Win


A Day in the Life of a Shift Lead

As a Kitchen Lead, you'll begin each shift with a team huddle to set daily goals and priorities. Throughout the day, you'll assist with making orders, food prep, and guiding the kitchen team to maintain quality and efficiency. You'll manage inventory, monitor food costs, and address challenges to keep operations running smoothly. At the end of the shift, you'll review performance, ensure cleaning tasks are completed, and share updates with management.

  • Foster a positive and professional team environment that aligns with company values and enhances guest satisfaction.
  • Provide leadership to the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and alignment with management objectives.
  • Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to established recipes and standards.
  • Lead training initiatives to promote safe practices, sanitation, and culinary excellence among kitchen staff.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained, clean, and operational through routine inspections and preventative measures.
  • Optimize kitchen operations by addressing staffing, maintaining compliance with policies, and upholding a commitment to exceptional food and service quality.

Requirements

Job Requirements

Candidates should have prior leadership experience in food service and possess a food handler's permit before starting employment. Completion of job safety training is required, along with the ability to lead effectively by modeling composure, fostering teamwork, and upholding core leadership principles. A personable yet professional demeanor is essential for success in this role.

Give Us a Shot!

If you're ready to improve your leadership skills and make a difference, apply today to join the FatCats team!

Skills

Compliance

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