What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Lead position at Nellies Southern Kitchen?
Lead Our Kitchen with Excellence at Nellie’s Southern Kitchen!
Nellie’s Southern Kitchen in Belmont is looking for a dedicated Kitchen Lead to join our Back of House leadership team. This is a hands-on role for a strong cook and motivator who values cleanliness, organization, and food safety as much as great flavor.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the BOH team through daily service, setting the tone for urgency and professionalism
- Enforce cleanliness, sanitation, and health & safety standards every shift
- Oversee station setup, food handling, and quality control
- Train, coach, and support kitchen staff to ensure consistency and accountability
- Communicate with management to maintain smooth service flow
What We’re Looking For:
- 2 years of kitchen experience (lead or supervisory role preferred)
- Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and health code compliance
- Natural leadership skills with the ability to motivate and hold staff accountable
- Organized, reliable, and calm under pressure
Pay & Perks:
- $20/hr starting pay
- Room to grow with a company that values internal promotion
- Team meals & supportive work culture
- Be part of a respected, high-volume Southern kitchen with a strong reputation
Belmont, NC – Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
