Overnight Schedule: 10:00 PM–6:30 AM
The Overnight Kitchen Production Lead is a newly introduced, hands-on leadership position responsible for coordinating kitchen production during overnight hours. Working closely with the Kitchen Manager and Grab & Go Team, this individual will guide overnight team members, organize daily production priorities, and ensure all food is properly prepared, packaged, labeled, and stocked for the following day.
The ideal candidate is a dependable and experienced kitchen professional who can lead by example, maintain high standards, and keep production moving efficiently in a fast-paced environment. This position plays an essential role in preparing the department for a smooth and successful morning shift.
What You’ll Be Cooking Up
- Lead and support the Overnight Kitchen Production Team throughout the shift.
- Review chef-prepared production lists and assign tasks based on daily priorities.
- Coordinate food preparation, cooking, packaging, labeling, and stocking for the following day.
- Monitor workflow and help ensure all production is completed accurately and on time.
- Train and guide team members on recipes, preparation methods, equipment use, sanitation, and department procedures.
- Set up workstations and confirm ingredients, utensils, and supplies are ready for production.
- Wash, chop, slice, and dice vegetables and other ingredients.
- Measure and mix ingredients for salads, sides, sauces, entrées, and other prepared foods.
- Perform cooking and preparation tasks such as reducing sauces, parboiling ingredients, assembling dishes, and portioning finished products.
- Monitor food quality, freshness, portioning, appearance, and consistency.
- Ensure prepared items are packaged, dated, labeled, rotated, and stored correctly.
- Maintain accurate production records and communicate product or supply needs to department management.
- Follow all recipes, nutritional guidelines, food-handling procedures, and sanitation standards.
- Keep workstations, equipment, floors, and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Complete end-of-shift production checks and prepare the department for the incoming morning team.
- Communicate production updates, shortages, or concerns to the Kitchen Manager.
- Assist with additional kitchen and department responsibilities as needed.
Who We’re Looking For
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen; two or more years is preferred.
- Previous lead, training, or supervisory experience in a kitchen, restaurant, grocery, catering, or food-production environment is preferred.
- Working knowledge of kitchen health, sanitation, and food-safety standards.
- Confidence using commercial kitchen tools, utensils, and equipment.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to assign responsibilities, manage priorities, and keep production on schedule.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and presentation.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during overnight hours.
- Dependable, positive, and willing to lead by example.
- Must be available to consistently work the overnight shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Uncle Giuseppe’s, we’re passionate about fresh food, exceptional quality, and creating a welcoming, family-like environment. As the Overnight Kitchen Production Lead, your work will help set the entire department up for success each morning.
Perks Include
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 50% discount on employee lunches
- 25% discount on in-store shopping
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- A lively, team-oriented workplace where your contributions truly matter
Bring your kitchen experience, leadership skills, and overnight energy to Uncle Giuseppe’s—and help us prepare delicious meals our customers will love!