Cafe Kitchen Lead

This position is Tuesday-Saturday, expected hours 32-36 per week.This position is eligible for our tip pool.LJ's Caf is hiring a hands-on Cafe Kitchen Lead to oversee back-of-house production while actively working alongside the team serving guests.This role manages soups, burrito mix, sausage gravy, prep pars, food safety, and kitchen organization, while also preparing food and drinks and delivering excellent customer service.Responsibilities Manage weekly soup schedule and production Oversee burrito mix, sausage gravy, and prep pars Maintain food safety standards, logs, and sanitation systems Train team members on recipes and quality standards Prepare food and beverages to LJ's Caf standards Provide outstanding customer service Serve as acting supervisor when management is offsite Qualifications Previous shift-lead or supervisory experience preferred Strong kitchen workflow and food safety knowledge Excellent communication and multitasking skills Passion for quality and team development Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days) Details 32-36 hours/week Tuesday-Saturday $18-$20/hour tips (DOE) Paid sick leave, shift meals, discounted beverages On-site Milwaukie, OR LJ's Caf is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Pay:$18.00 per hour Benefits:Employee discount Paid training Work Location:In person.