Responsible for all tasks as needed to make the kitchen run effectively. You will also be an essential part of supervising, leading, and training employees. Must be able to create a standard recipe and follow through exactly. Must have the ability to work well with others and complete required duties within shift. Will be responsible for helping maintain and control the level and quality, cleanliness and safety of the kitchen.
Responsibilities and Duties · Ordering product for the store.
· Maintaining a labor budget and keeping up with food costs and waste to specified goals.
· Maintaining communications with general manger, executive chef, and all delivery drivers.
· Ensuring food quality is up to Reid’s Fine Foods standards.
· Ability to show up to work on time. Tardiness should be reported to the Executive Chef. Tardiness of more than 5 minutes should be reported to direct supervisor via phone call or text message.
· Ability to communicate any need for time off. Requests need to be submitted two weeks in advance and cannot be made between November 1st and December 31st.
· Must have ability to lift 25lbs or more.
· Ability to stand/walk for 8 or more hours per shift.
· Ability to check in orders and communicate with delivery drivers properly.
· Ability to understand monthly food margins/inventory expectations.
· Must help with monthly inventory count.
· Understanding of weekly schedule of production and how to properly manage a prep list per area in kitchen.
· Must have understanding of food safety and sanitation, Serve Safe is required for this position.
· Knife and prep skills such as dicing, slicing, and peeling.
· Must be able to manage time appropriately.
· Understands and complies consistently with the standard portion size and recipe specifications.
· Maintains a clean sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, equipment, walls, and floors.
· Open and close the kitchen appropriately by following checklists.
· Promptly report any equipment or food quality issues to the Executive Chef.
Compensation: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Reid's is the Carolina's leading specialty food store and a favorite culinary destination. Reid's specializes in superior meats, wines, regional provisions, locally grown produce, seasonally fresh meals & gift baskets for our loyal customer base.
Reid's is looking for hardworking, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable people to join our team! We offer a safe and exciting work environment with the opportunity to learn and grow within the company.
In addition to a positive work environment and opportunities for career growth, Reid's offers medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, commuter benefits, discounts, and more!

Reid’s Fine Foods embodies friendly service wrapped in Southern style. Specializing in superior meats, wines, regional provisions, locally grown produce and seasonally fresh meals, Reid’s is a long-standing member of the Charlotte community and a regional mecca for sophisticated palates. Pick up a few speciality hors d'oeuvres for your next gathering, enjoy a glass of wine and lunch out on the patio, or even order a custom gift basket for a special occasion; Reid's is a destination for individuals with exquisite tastes.
Reid's also offers expert catering services for any occasion, from intimate family gatherings, to large corporate events. Peruse our catering offerings online to find the perfect menu for your next special gathering.