Outdoor Kitchen Chef - Great Hours

Kitchen Lead – The Knoll Kitchen

Nashoba Valley Winery | Bolton, MA
Full-Time, Seasonal (Mid-April – End of November)
$22/hour + tips (Guaranteed minimum $26/hour)

Tips typically range from $4–$12/hour depending on volume and season.

About The Knoll Kitchen

The Knoll Kitchen is a key part of Nashoba Valley Winery’s outdoor guest experience, serving fast-casual food to visitors enjoying the vineyard, beverages, and live events.

This is a high-volume, outdoor kitchen focused on delivering quality food quickly and consistently. The operation includes multiple stations such as a flat top, fryer, convection oven, cold station, and expo line.

We’re looking for a hands-on Kitchen Lead who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance efficiency, organization, and team leadership.

Position Overview

The Kitchen Lead oversees daily food service operations at The Knoll Kitchen, taking ownership of both execution and team coordination.

• Weekends (Fri–Sun): Lead a small team during high-volume service
• Weekdays (Mon & Thurs): Focus on prep, organization, and kitchen readiness

This is an active, working leadership role—you’ll regularly run a station or manage the expo line while keeping the kitchen operating smoothly.

Schedule (Required)

Thursday – Monday

• Thursday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Friday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Saturday: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Sunday: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Monday: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Full-time seasonal role (Mid-April through End of November)
• Must be comfortable working outdoors
• Must be able to stay on your feet for 8–10 hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Service

• Lead kitchen operations during peak weekend service
• Supervise and support a team of 2–6 staff members
• Maintain strong communication and service flow
• Ensure consistent food quality, speed, and presentation
• Step into any station or run expo as needed

Kitchen Operations

• Set up and break down stations efficiently
• Maintain proper stocking and PAR levels
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards

Stations (All-Around Capability)

You should be comfortable working or supporting:

• Flat Top
• Fryer
• Convection Oven
• Cold Station
• Expo / Expediting

Weekday Focus (Mon & Thurs)

• Kitchen prep, organization, and labeling
• Equipment cleaning (fryers, refrigeration, etc.)
• Light food prep
• Preparing the kitchen for weekend volume
• Occasional guest-facing food service

Guest Interaction

• Hand off orders and assist guests at the pickup window
• Answer basic menu questions
• Deliver food when needed
• Maintain a friendly, efficient guest experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous kitchen or food service experience required
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under high-volume pressure
• Solid understanding of food safety practices
• Ability to work both independently and as a leader
• Comfortable in an outdoor, fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Work With Us

• Beautiful vineyard setting with a unique outdoor atmosphere
• Energetic, team-oriented environment
• Consistent, reliable seasonal schedule
• Opportunity to build leadership experience in a growing operation

Benefits & Perks

• Tipped position (guaranteed minimum earnings)
• Employee discount
• Full-time seasonal hours