Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Lead Line Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead food preparation efforts, and ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality. Your culinary expertise will inspire team members, uphold our commitment to exceptional dining experiences, and maintain a vibrant, efficient kitchen environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional eager to showcase their culinary skills in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while mentoring junior staff and contributing to menu innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of food preparation, ensuring adherence to recipes, presentation standards, and safety protocols.
- Supervise line cooks and kitchen staff during service, fostering teamwork and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Oversee food safety sanitizing procedures, proper food handling, and sanitation practices in compliance with health regulations.
- Manage daily menu planning, ingredient ordering, and inventory control to optimize food production efficiency.
- Operate kitchen equipment such as grills, braising pans, poaching stations, and other culinary tools safely and effectively.
- Ensure consistent quality in meal preparation including grilling, braising, poaching, and other cooking techniques suited for fine dining or high-volume production.
- Assist with training staff on knife skills, food safety management, recipe adherence, and proper food handling techniques.
- Support catering events and special meal preparations while maintaining excellent service standards.
- Monitor kitchen workflow during busy hours to ensure timely service without compromising quality or safety standards.
Experience
- Proven culinary experience with a strong background in food industry settings such as restaurants or catering services.
- Demonstrated expertise in food preparation techniques including grilling, braising, poaching, and general cooking methods.
- Experience working in fine dining environments or high-volume kitchens is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with dietary department procedures and dietary aide experience is a plus.
- Skilled in operating various kitchen equipment safely and efficiently while maintaining rigorous food safety sanitizing procedures.
- Strong knife skills with the ability to execute precise cuts and food presentation standards.
- Previous leadership experience as a line cook or similar role is preferred; capable of supervising team members effectively.
- Knowledge of food safety management practices and compliance with health regulations is essential.
Join us as a Lead Line Cook to bring your culinary talents to life in a vibrant setting that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
