Kitchen Lead

Company Description The Chicken Shack is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in fresh, never frozen chicken fingers and wings. Guests can choose from over 30 unique sauces, offering a wide variety of flavors and combinations. The restaurant focuses on quality ingredients, consistent preparation, and a welcoming atmosphere. Team members are encouraged to deliver friendly service and maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety. The Chicken Shack provides opportunities for growth for individuals who enjoy a lively, team-oriented environment.
Role Description The Kitchen Lead is a full-time, on-site role located in Oklahoma City, OK. This role is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and ensuring consistent quality of menu items. The Kitchen Lead coordinates kitchen staff, assigns tasks, and monitors workflow to maintain efficiency during peak hours. They enforce hygiene and safety standards, manage inventory levels, and support training of new team members. The Kitchen Lead also collaborates with front-of-house staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and a positive guest experience.
Qualifications

• Strong skills in food preparation and cooking, with attention to quality and consistency.
• Knowledge of hygiene, food safety, and proper sanitation practices in a kitchen environment.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house team members.
• Customer service mindset, with an ability to support a positive guest experience.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role in a restaurant kitchen is preferred.
• Ability to work full-time, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Capability to stand for long periods, lift moderate weights, and work in a fast-paced setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; food handler certification is a plus.