Top 21 Lead cook Jobs in Wright City Mo

Line Cook / Lead Cook
Coopers American Pub & Grill —Saint Peters, MO
- $15 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Quality control
- Mentoring
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BOH Supervisor/ Lead Cook
Sugarfire Smoke House - Wentzville —Wentzville, MO
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
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Line Cook
Goodwood Brewing Company —O'Fallon, MO
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Lead Cook
Lucky Strike Entertainment —Saint Peters, MO
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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Cook
Cotton Culinary —New Florence, MO
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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Team Member
Slim Chickens —Troy, MO
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- 16+ years old
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef
Sugarfire Smoke House - Wentzville —Wentzville, MO
- $40,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Head Cook/Prep Cook
Sugarfire Smoke House | Washington, MO —Washington, MO
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Wentzville, MO
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Email
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- In-person
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Team Member POP715
Popeyes —Lake Saint Louis, MO
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Crew Member
Chipotle —Saint Peters, MO
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Team Member POP721
Popeyes —O'Fallon, MO
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Catering Lead
Hi-Pointe Drive-In —Cottleville, MO
- Weekends as needed
- Fast casual restaurant
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Kitchen Supervisor, FT
Chesterfield Galaxy Cinema —Chesterfield, MO
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- 2 years
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Team Member POP714
Popeyes —Saint Peters, MO
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Team Member POP722
Popeyes —Saint Peters, MO
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant General Manager / Event Coordinator
KC Hall —Washington, MO
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Typing
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Line Cook / Lead Cook

Coopers American Pub & Grill
Saint Peters, MO

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Job Details

Part-time
$15 - $24 an hour

Qualifications

Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food waste mitigation
Staff supervision
Food service customer order management
Food service health code compliance
Specialty dish recipe development
Safety regulations
Coaching
Menu concept development
Food portioning
Mid-level
Cost control
Team development
Casual dining experience
Food service inventory management
Kitchen cost control
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Commercial kitchen cleaning
Quality control
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Managing kitchen staff
Restaurant cost management
Training
Mise en place
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Kitchen stations
Kitchen organization

Full Job Description

About Us
Coopers American Pub & Grill, located at 6632 Mexico Rd in St. Peters, MO, is a lively neighborhood pub serving favorites like pizza, chicken wings, sandwiches, smoked meats, and classic pub comfort foods. We’re known for generous portions, friendly service, and a fun, casual dining experience. If you love cooking in a busy, guest-facing environment and want a hands-on leadership role, you’ll feel right at home here.

Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable Lead Cook to join our kitchen team. In this role, you’ll work alongside the Head Chef and sous staff to help lead daily operations, guide other cooks, and ensure every dish meets Coopers’ high standards. You’ll be a key player in maintaining consistency, quality, and kitchen efficiency in a fast-paced pub setting.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily kitchen operations, especially during peak service hours
Supervise and support line cooks and prep staff; provide coaching and mentorship
Prepare menu items—pizza, wings, sandwiches, smoked meats, entrees—with consistency
Monitor timing, quality, and presentation of dishes before they leave the kitchen
Assist in prep work, mise en place, and inventory restocking
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
Help manage food waste, cost control, and portion consistency
Collaborate with management to develop specials and seasonal menu items
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and local health regulations
Step in to handle orders, cooking stations, or other line tasks when needed
Qualifications & Skills
Proven experience in a kitchen environment—line cook or similar roles preferred
Ability to lead, train, and motivate cooking staff
Strong multitasking skills and ability to thrive under pressure
Great attention to detail, timing, and quality control
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation best practices
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and high-volume shifts
Positive attitude, reliability, and team-first mindset
Why Work with Us
Opportunity to take on leadership responsibility in a casual-dining pub environment
Work with a team committed to delivering great food and guest experiences
Competitive pay and opportunity for growth
A lively, guest-driven atmosphere where your role really makes an impact
If you’re a cook with leadership ambition and want to help shape the kitchen culture at a beloved local pub, apply today to become Lead Cook at Coopers American Pub & Grill!

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