Kitchen Lead, Italian Cuisine

Job overview

The Kitchen Lead, Italian Cuisine role is onsite in Parma, OH. The stated salary is $45,000–$55,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and abilities. The role leads kitchen operations and supports a team focused on Italian cooking and guest experience. This hands-on lead helps deliver consistent food and organized service by preparing dishes, coordinating kitchen stations, and training team members. The role also supports food safety, inventory management, and collaboration with management and front-of-house staff.

What you'll do

• Lead daily kitchen prep, cooking, service, and closing
• prepare Italian dishes to consistent flavor, presentation, and portion standards
• coordinate stations and assignments
• train and coach team members
• maintain food safety, sanitation, and an organized workspace
• monitor inventory, communicate ordering needs, and help reduce food waste
• work with management and front-of-house staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

crucial link group

kitchen lead

italian cuisine

parma oh

full-time

food preparation

kitchen operations

team training

pasta

food safety

inventory

guest experience

$45,000–$55,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• staff meals or dining discounts
• training and opportunities for growth.

Why this role

Primarily Italian cuisine; pasta preparation, sauces, and Italian cooking techniques are relevant. Paid time off, staff meals or dining discounts, training, and growth opportunities are offered.

About the employer

Crucial Link Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.