Kitchen Team Lead (PM)

Description

WHY HOMESTATE//

• Restaurants are fun (it’s like throwing a party everyday)!
• Hourly rate starting at $25
• Refer a friend, get $500*
• Free tacos – even on your days off.
• Retirement savings option.
• Stick around for a while – we have retention incentives.
• Affordable health, dental & vision benefits*
• 100% company paid life insurance*
• We create an environment where everyone with respect and dignity.
• We value honest, intentional and transparent communication.
• We listen, learn and lead with compassion.
• We encourage you to be yourself.
• Advancement opportunities available.
• Community engagement – HS plays a positive role in community.
• Slip resistant shoe program.
• Check out our Instagram!

PRIMARY QUALIFICATION//

You gotta be kind!

WHAT’S IT LIKE WORKING AT HOMESTATE//

• Work with other kind people
• Make other people happy
• Enjoy free tacos
• Relish in the flexibility that the hospitality industry provides…we encourage you to pursue your passion, with us or otherwise.

WHO ARE WE//

In 2013, native Texan Briana Valdez opened HomeState, an ode to Texas cuisine in Los Angeles with the mission of evoking community and creating a home for everyone, no matter where they are from. HomeState represents the integrity, history, and culture of Briana’s roots.

HomeState aims to create a dining experience that goes beyond the food. The way our guests feel at HomeState is the true mission of our efforts. HomeState exists for everyone. The price point, casual vibe and portability of the food allows the restaurant to flex to the needs of many. HomeState is a recipient of the KCRW “Best Tortilla in Southern California” award.

No matter where you’re from, HomeState is your home away from home. A space where every person feels welcomed and valued. We serve hospitality first and tacos second. And we’re hiring kind people!

HomeState is currently hiring for the position of: Kitchen Team Lead (PM Shift)

Schedule is 3PM - 11:30PM

Hourly starting rate $25.

THE FINE PRINT//

We know there’s more to an individual than can be expressed on a resumé. See below for a sneak-peak at some of the responsibilities you’d hold as a kitchen team member.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
• Nimble Learning - Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder
• Motivational - inspires by using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others
• Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
• Directs Work - Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Promote, work, and act in a safe manner consistent with the mission, visions, and core values of HomeState.
• Understand and comply with standard portion sizes, recipes instructions, builds, cooking methods, quality standards, packaging / fulfillment procedures and kitchen rules, policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Promptly inform managers when equipment is not working properly and when supplies are getting low.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance, which includes attendance at all scheduled employee meetings.
• Work closely with other team members through performance of daily tasks to support each other and promote teamwork and a healthy culture.
• Fully understand and exhibit the HomeState culture, embodying our mission, visions and core values.
• Report any safety concerns/incidents to management in a timely manner.
• Promote safety and ensure proper protective equipment (PPE) is worn throughout the entire shift.

Food Production, Receiving, Storage & Lead Duties

• Create and administer the Production List (prep list) at the start of each shift for assigned duties to team members (prep cooks), manage additional checklists and HACCP forms tha