Food Service Lead - Timewise Food Stores

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Welcome to Timewise! Texas Petroleum Group proudly operates over 200 Timewise convenience stores and Shell gas stations in Texas and New Mexico. Our friendly team provides great customer service while supporting our employees with growth opportunities. Texas Petroleum Group is based in Houston and became part of the Shell Group in 2022. Join our friendly and hard-working Timewise family!

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Kitchen & Food Service Lead, you'll lead the site's Food Service team of Cooks and baristas. You will provide guidance to your team on the day-to-day activities of food prep, cooking, portioning meals, and serving our loyal customers. We're looking for team players who are organized, focused, accountable, and above all, bring a positive attitude every day.

JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for all day-to-day activities for the site-level food services.
• Manage inventory controls and food orders.
• Coordinate Food Service Associates' and Baristas' schedules.
• Participate in the hiring of food service employees.
• Participate in performance management of the food services team.
• Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
• Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
• Help Food Service Associates and Baristas in their daily tasks
• Ensure proper adherence to SOPs, safety standards, and opening and closing procedures
• Ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner
• Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies, and procedures
• Use and care of kitchen equipment
• Timely preparation of a variety of food items, and beverages
• Coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment
• Adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage
• Adhere and ensure team's adherence to the uniform policy
• Connect with the food services team daily to instruct menu preparation for the day
• Supervise the food temperature requirements
• Maintain clean and organized work and storage areas
• Perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen
• Train new and existing employees on all aspects of Food Service operations

This job profile offers a general overview of the essential responsibilities and duties of the position; however, it does not encompass a comprehensive list of all required activities, as these may change or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. Candidates must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and occasional early mornings or late evenings, based on store needs.

Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company are available for motivated, career-minded candidates.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required; previous experience in leading a team is preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation principles, cooking methods, and food safety regulations is required.
• Experience operating specialized kitchen equipment such as deep fryers, grills, and food processors is preferred.
• Food Safety Manager's Certificate as needed
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills to guide and motivate the team.
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, and perform physical tasks such as bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as required by store needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently with limited supervision.
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.

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