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Equator Coffees

Kitchen Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$22/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Everyday Dose Inc.

Sourcing Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

ABOUT EVERYDAY DOSE Everyday Dose is a functional coffee company on a mission to help people feel ... ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a Sourcing Manager to help drive our day-to-day sourcing and ...

Everyday Dose, Inc.

ABOUT EVERYDAY DOSE Everyday Dose is a functional coffee company on a mission to help people feel ... ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a Sourcing Manager to help drive our day-to-day sourcing and ...

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Partners Coffee

Coffee Production Team

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Partners Coffee is a small-batch roaster in Bushwick, New York, focused on sourcing and roasting exceptional coffee. We roast daily on Probat roasters out of a bright, spacious warehouse that ...

Partners Coffee

Coffee Production Team

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Partners Coffee is a small-batch roaster in Bushwick, New York, focused on sourcing and roasting exceptional coffee. We roast daily on Probat roasters out of a bright, spacious warehouse that ...

Partners Coffee

Coffee Production Team

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18/hr

Partners Coffee is a small-batch roaster in Bushwick, New York, focused on sourcing and roasting exceptional coffee. We roast daily on Probat roasters out of a bright, spacious warehouse that ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

Larkspur, CA · On-site

$72K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$74K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Kitchen Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$22/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Everyday Dose Inc.

Sourcing Manager

ABOUT EVERYDAY DOSE Everyday Dose is a functional coffee company on a mission to help people feel ... ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a Sourcing Manager to help drive our day-to-day sourcing and ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

Larkspur, CA · On-site

$72K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

Larkspur, CA · On-site

$72K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$74K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Production Associate

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

Larkspur, CA · On-site

$72K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Bench General Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$74K/yr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Production Associate

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Production Associate

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Barista

Mill Valley, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

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Kitchen Lead

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Equator Coffees
Food Services and Drinking Places • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Equator Coffeesexternal

$22/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

POSITION: Kitchen Lead - Retail Cafe - Round House

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

  • Reports to the General Manager

COMPENSATION: Starting $22/hour

About Equator
In 1995, Equator Founders Helen Russell and Brooke McDonnell began their values-driven path, roasting coffee in a Marin County, CA garage. Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of creating a remarkable coffee experience for consumers. Today, Equator Coffees is a retail and wholesale coffee roaster and coffee farm owner with twelve retail cafes throughout California-from Marin County to San Francisco to Oakland to Los Angeles and beyond. Throughout the years, Equator Coffees has spearheaded industry-leading sourcing and roasting practices, and has forged progressive partnerships with Michelin-starred chefs, specialty grocers, tech campuses, and more. Women-owned, LGBTQ-founded, and an early adopter of Fair Trade and Regenerative Organic certifications, Equator Coffees is the first California coffee roaster to achieve B Corp Certification.

Position Summary
The Kitchen Lead plays a key role in maintaining smooth daily kitchen operations at the cafe level. This position is responsible for high standards of food quality, safety, organization, and prep, while leading and supporting a strong team culture. The Kitchen Lead is a working lead position with no direct people management responsibilities, but one that sets the tone for excellence through example and training.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee kitchen prep and execution during service, ensuring consistent quality and presentation
  • Maintain back-of-house standards for cleanliness, sanitation, and organization
  • Collaborate with the GM on kitchen schedules by providing input on team availability and operational needs
  • Place vendor orders and manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, timeliness, and competitive pricing
  • Perform inventory counts and manage product rotation to minimize waste
  • Lead the team in food safety and sanitation practices, modeling correct procedures
  • Support the training and onboarding of new BOH staff; demonstrate prep methods and kitchen systems in alignment with standards
  • Collaborate with GM and retail team on seasonal menus, specials, and cafe events
  • Support recipe development and documentation in collaboration with retail operations
  • Communicate proactively with GM regarding team performance, scheduling needs, or kitchen-related concerns
  • Act as a key contributor to a positive and supportive kitchen culture
Qualifications and Requirements
  • 2+ years of BOH experience; lead or supervisory experience strongly preferred
  • Strong food safety knowledge and current Food Handler Card required
  • Knowledge of kitchen equipment, prep techniques, and cooking procedures
  • Ability to maintain a clean, efficient, and organized kitchen under pressure
  • Excellent communication and follow-through
  • Works well independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrates leadership, maturity, and professionalism
  • Experience reviewing financial reports and meeting budgets
  • Able to work full time (the work regularly demands more than 45 hours per week) including variable hours such as early morning, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
  • Ability to lead change, deal with ambiguity, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with POS touch screen, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other computer skills
  • Minimum High School or GED
  • Must be 16 years of age or older
Compensation
  • Available to all employees
    • Commuter Benefits - pre-tax parking and transit
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Physical and mental health, financial and legal coaching available at no cost to the employee
    • Free mental health app subscription
    • Employee discount on merchandise, coffee gear, and at Equator cafes
    • Continuing coffee education classes
    • Free coffee
    • Paid Time Off for voting on Election Day
  • After 60 days as an employee at Equator
    • Healthcare Benefits(for full-time employees working over 30 hours per week)
      • 100% employer-covered premium medical insurance
      • Voluntary Insurance Plans - dental, vision, long-term disability, pet, and supplementary life insurance
      • Employer covered life insurance premium
      • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - healthcare and daily dependent care
  • After 90 days as an employee at Equator
    • Holiday Pay after 90 days of employment. Eight Equator-observed holidays per year
    • Paid Time Off with tenured increases for full-time employees
    • 1 paid volunteer day per year
  • After six months as an employee at Equator
    • 401K with up to a4% company match on employee contributions

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

We'd love for you to use the video answer feature for our screening questions! It's a great way for us to get a better sense of your experience and how comfortable you are discussing your skills. Plus, it helps us see your personality and passion for the role!

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed bypeople assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Job responsibilitiescan change according to the operational needs of the business. The order in which duties andresponsibilities are listed is not significant.

Equator Coffees is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, and discharge will be based on competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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