Kitchen & Catering Operations Lead Role

Nosh & Curd, Mars, PA Kitchen & Catering Operations Lead Full Time (approx. 32-40 hours/week) $21-$23/hour, based on experience Apply: danielle@noshandcurd.com We are looking for a dependable, organized, and hands-on Kitchen & Catering Operations Lead to oversee daily kitchen production and help execute our catering program. This is a working leadership position-not a traditional chef role. The right person enjoys preparing beautiful food, creating order in a busy kitchen, training others patiently and making sure every order is complete, accurate and ready on time. Responsibilities Include: 1. Lead daily kitchen preparation and production 2. Prepare caf foods, charcuterie, catering items and seasonal/grab and go offerings 3. Organize prep lists and assign daily priorities 4. Monitor ingredients, inventory and ordering needs 5. Maintain recipe, portion and presentation standards 6. Work alongside kitchen employees patiently and consistently 7. Ensure food-safety, sanitation, labeling and storage procedures 8. Complete final quality checks on caf and catering orders 9. Assist with occasional deliveries, setups and special events 10. Communicate concerns early and bring possible solutions Preferred Experience: 1. Professional kitchen, catering or food-production experience 2. Leadership or employee-training experience preferred 3. Strong organization and time-management skills 4. Dependable attendance and professional communication 5. Consistent food-safety and sanitation habits 6. Ability to follow established recipes, systems and procedures 7. Calm and respectful approach to training and correction 8. ServSafe Manager certification preferred or willingness to obtain it 9. Catering, charcuterie, caf or specialty-food experience is a plus 10. Availability must include Fridays, Saturdays and key holiday periods. Occasional early mornings, evenings and off-site events may be required. This is an active position requiring extended standing, bending, reaching and the ability to safely lift and carry approximately 40 pounds. We are looking for someone who wants to become an important part of a growing local small business and help build a dependable kitchen and catering operation. To apply, please submit your rsum and a brief introduction describing your kitchen, catering and leadership experience.