Job Summary The Marlin Bar Culinary Lead is responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations, preparing high-quality food, mentoring kitchen team members, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. The role leads by example to ensure an exceptional dining experience while promoting teamwork, cleanliness, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and serve high-quality food in a scratch kitchen environment. • Support daily kitchen operations and ensure efficient workflow. • Mentor, train, and support kitchen team members. • Welcome and assist in onboarding new employees. • Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards. • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures. • Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive work culture. • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. • Assist with additional kitchen duties as needed. Requirements: • Experience working in a scratch kitchen. • Leadership and mentoring skills. • Strong teamwork and communication abilities. • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods. • Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and tools. • Willingness to work flexible schedules based on business needs.