Marlin Bar Culinary Lead

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. Working Place: San Diego, California, United States Company: 2026 Aug 27 Disabled Veterans - Tommy Bahama