FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL TIME)

About the role

Coordinates activities of other food‑service employees and creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service with one‑on‑one attention to detail.
• Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety, and portion control.
• Helps plan menus.
• Ensures timely, efficient meal service and supervises the serving of meals.
• Responds to customer complaints in person and via email.
• Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.
• Completes required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory, cash reports, production records, payroll, and time‑keeping.
• Handles cash according to the Food Accounting Manual (deposits, petty cash, change funds).
• Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors.
• Directs and participates in overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees, complying with company standards and government regulations.
• Develops sanitation schedule and ensures staff adhere to cleaning procedures for kitchen, dining area, and equipment.
• Issues written and oral instructions.
• Helps select and orient employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid food handler’s card.
• Previous experience leading a team in a food‑service environment.

Pay

Pay Range: $27.00 per hour to $29.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full‑time schedule, Monday – Friday; hours may vary.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance (full‑time only)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable laws

Location: Alaska Training Center – 1301 SW 16th Street, Renton, WA 98057.