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