Kitchen Shift Lead

Job Title: Kitchen Shift Leader Location: Ecusta Market & Cafe, Hendersonville, NC Employment Type: Full Time, Nights & Weekends Required, Sundays required Compensation: $20-$23/hr based on experience About Us Ecusta Market & Cafe is a neighborhood grocery and café located just outside downtown on the Ecusta Trail in Hendersonville, NC. We focus on high-quality, locally sourced goods and a casual but exceptional café experience. We operate a busy, high-volume, counter-service cafe, some days doing 400-500 covers over three services. Our kitchen team plays a key role in creating delicious food made with care —breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Position Overview We are looking for an experienced, thoughtful shift leader for our BOH team. Ideal candidates are reliable, efficient, and motivated to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Previous kitchen experience is required. Nights and weekends (including Sundays) are required. Gratitude, teamwork, and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do. Responsibilities Oversee kitchen line flow and ensure all stations stay stocked and preppedActive presence cooking on line, especially in rushes.Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standardsTrack ticket times and get food sent out in a timely mannerCommunicate clearly with FOH and MOD on 86s and any other notable service issuesAssign tasks to cooks and dish team as needed throughout the shiftMonitor food safety, sanitation, temps, and proper storageLead opening or closing procedures depending on shiftHandle minor customer issues relayed from FOH regarding food qualityTrack prep pars and communicate shortages or overproduction to Kitchen ManagerEnsure cleanliness of kitchen, equipment, and walk-ins throughout the shiftSupport training of new cooks and ensure team follows recipe standardsCommunicate maintenance issues or equipment problems immediatelyMake prep lists and assist KM with kitchen orderingUphold health codes and follow all safety proceduresSet the pace and model professionalism, urgency, and teamworkMaintain a positive attitude, even during busy rushes, setting the tone for the rest of the team. Qualifications Good attitude is important.Prior kitchen experience required (line cook, prep cook, or similar).Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.Always available for evenings and weekends. We close at 8:00 and kitchen is generally out by 9:30 latest. What We Offer A fun, supportive, community-focused work environment.Employee discounts on market and café goods.Opportunities for growth within the café and market team. How To Apply Send your resume (or a quick summary of your experience) to ecustamarket@gmail.comand tell us a little bit about why you’d be a good fit. Ecusta Market & Cafe is an equal opportunity employer.