Kitchen Lead (2nd Shift)
- Jefferson, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
While most companies that sell pizza have no real connection to Italy, Palermo’s passion for food and family reaches all the way back to the country where pizza was born. “Papa Palermo” carried the cherished recipes to America from Sicily!Innovation is at the heart of who we are. We use an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking approach resulting in high-quality products that are consistently recognized by both the industry and consumers.Our commitment to quality has made Palermo’s a leader in private label frozen pizza and contract manufacturing!Where you’ll work…
This role is based at our facility in Jefferson, WI, which includes both production and warehouse operations.When you’ll work…
This opening is for 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Flexibility is required to support a continuous production schedule.What you’ll do…
- Lead and support kitchen associates to ensure accurate supply of ingredients to production lines.
- Order and verify materials using the ORMO function and maintain inventory accuracy in NAV.
- Monitor material usage, reconcile discrepancies, and communicate with supervisors or area leads.
- Close production ticket orders promptly (within 1 hour of completion) in compliance with SOPs.
- Enforce GMPs, safety, PPE, and LOTO procedures; ensure adherence to company policies.
- Operate RF handheld scanners, computers, and forklifts to support daily activities.
- Provide training, guidance, and coaching to associates, promoting teamwork and efficiency.
- Display initiative by identifying process improvements and driving continuous improvement in kitchen operations.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Prior leadership or lead experience in a food manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and material handling procedures.
- Strong verbal communication and basic math skills.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to multitask and troubleshoot in a fast-paced environment.
- Authorized to operate a stand-up forklift; prior equipment experience required.
- Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods, lift 25–65 lbs repeatedly, and push/pull up to 1,000 lbs with a pallet jack.
- Flexibility to support a 7-day continuous production schedule.
- 🍕 20 free pizzas per month
- Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
- Paid Time Off and a Floating Holiday of your choice
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) & Roth with company match (starting the 1st of the month after hire)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (starting the 1st of the month after hire)