Keweenaw Coffee Works Kitchen Supervisor Calumet, MI · Part time Company website

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About the Company: Keweenaw Coffee Works is a high-quality small-batch specialty coffee house nestled in the Keweenaw Peninsula. Founded and run by husband-wife team, Keweenaw is built on a value for equal partnership, creative collaboration, and the joy of making and sharing the good stuff. About the Coffee: We source exceptional coffees from small artisanal farms around the world, working with suppliers who prioritize ethical practices and sustainable product. Upon arrival at our Calumet roasterie, SCA Roasters Guild-trained roaster Nate Shuttleworth and team process each green coffee in small batches to consistently bring out the unique notes of taste and texture in each variety. About Our Team: With over 30 years’ experience in the professional coffee industry, our team makes a lot more than lattes. We take pride in crafting a meaningful experience that can’t be found anywhere else in the Keweenaw. (Dare we say, the entire Upper Peninsula.) From inventing outrageous seasonal drinks to curating our Marketplace with specialty items from all over the Midwest, from helping with your café start-up (including equipment sourcing and coffee bar flow) to training your staff as rockstar baristas, our team is what turns us from just a coffee roaster into a community hub for fun, culture, and inspiration.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership

• Supervise and direct kitchen staff
• Create and manage staff schedules
• Train new team members
• Monitor performance and provide feedback
• Maintain positive work environment
• Support professional development

Operations Management

• Oversee daily kitchen operations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization
• Manage inventory and ordering 
• Ensure proper equipment maintenance 
• Monitor food costs and waste
• Implement safety and sanitation procedures

Food Production

• Ensure consistent food quality  
• Manage prep lists and production timing 
• Monitor portion control
• Maintain recipe standards
• Support menu implementation
• Coordinate with front-of-house supervisor

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfort working in both café and kitchen environments
• Manual dexterity for equipment and food preparation

Time Requirements

• This is a part-time position
• 24-28 hours per week
• Shifts vary, earliest is 6am start time and lastest is 4:30pm closing
• Looking to potential hire 1-2 part time candidates.

What We Offer

• A positive, uplifting environment where your wellbeing matters 
• Work-life harmony with daytime-focused hours 
• Competitive compensation that values your craft 
• PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K
• Professional growth in culinary disciplines 
• A collaborative team of passionate Daymakers
• Employee coffee and food program to fuel your passion 
• The opportunity to make a real impact — every single day