Top 54 Lead cook Jobs in Ann Arbor Mi

Executive Sous Chef
Aventura —Ann Arbor, MI
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Brighton, MI
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Brighton, MI
- Full-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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7d
Grill Cook
CAVA - Town Center —Novi, MI
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Fast casual restaurant
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Restaurant Crew Member & Shift Manager
Taco Bell —Wixom, MI
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Temporary
- Inventory management
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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3d
District Chef
Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC —Ypsilanti, MI
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Mid-level
Sr. Executive Chef
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $68,450 - $78,750 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
10d
Sous Chef
Sava’s —Ann Arbor, MI
- $60,000 - $69,000 a year
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $60,850 - $70,025 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Sales
- Word processing
10d
Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Ann Arbor, MI
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Email
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Marycrest - Cook - Full-time
Trinity Health Senior Communities —Livonia, MI
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Geriatrics
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Pastry Cook
Sava’s —Ann Arbor, MI
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Full Time Cook
Trinity Health Senior Communities —Farmington Hills, MI
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Geriatrics
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Team Member/Team Lead
Wing Snob - Scio Township —Ann Arbor, MI
- $17.00 - $18.25 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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6d
Lead Line Cook
Brecon Grille & Pub —Saline, MI
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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11d
Lead Banquet Cook
Toasted Oak Grill & Market —Novi, MI
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Travel
- In-person
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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11d
Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook
Holiday Inn & Suites Farmington Hills —Farmington Hills, MI
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Paid time off
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11d
Sous Chef
Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace —Livonia, MI
- $50,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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7d
Cook
Pomeroy Living —Northville, MI
- $20 an hour
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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16h
Team Member
Slim Chickens —Ann Arbor, MI
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Cash register
- Entry level
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Executive Sous Chef

Aventura -
Ann Arbor, MI

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Job Details

$75,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Coaching
Performance management
Team development
Team motivation (leadership skill)
Food preparation equipment operation
Cross-functional communication
Communication with kitchen staff
Team building

Full Job Description

Description:

Aventura is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to help lead one of Ann Arbor’s busiest and most dynamic kitchens. Rooted in the energy and spirit of Spain, Aventura brings together bold flavors, wood-fired cooking, vibrant hospitality, and a fast-paced service environment built around teamwork, consistency, and craft.

Working closely with our Executive Chef, the Executive Sous Chef plays a major leadership role in the daily management of the kitchen and culinary team. This is a hands-on operational leadership position focused on people development, kitchen systems, organization, accountability, and consistent execution. While creative collaboration and culinary input are welcomed, this role is primarily responsible for helping lead the day-to-day operations that keep the kitchen running at a high level.

We’re looking for a strong kitchen leader who thrives in high-volume environments, communicates clearly, leads by example, and takes pride in building organized systems and strong teams.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Oversee and lead all daily back-of-house operations alongside the Executive Chef.
Support and develop cooks, sous chefs, and kitchen leaders through coaching, accountability, and hands-on leadership.
Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, cleanliness, organization, and execution during every service.
Assist with scheduling, ordering, inventory management, prep systems, and labor controls.
Lead line execution and expo during service while helping maintain strong communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
Support onboarding, training, and performance development across the kitchen team.
Help create a positive, professional, high-accountability kitchen culture centered around teamwork and excellence.
Assist in maintaining food safety, sanitation, and operational standards throughout the kitchen.
Help drive daily prep organization, station readiness, and shift execution across all kitchen positions.
Monitor product quality, pars, and kitchen readiness to ensure smooth service execution and consistency.
Partner with leadership to identify operational improvements, strengthen systems, and improve kitchen efficiency.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, and developing future kitchen leaders within the organization.
Help manage service flow and labor deployment during high-volume periods and special events.
Uphold The Pulpo Group’s standards of hospitality, professionalism, accountability, and teamwork through daily leadership presence.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

3+ years of kitchen management or sous chef leadership experience in a high-volume or chef-driven restaurant environment.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, develop, and hold team members accountable.
Demonstrated organizational skills with experience managing systems, prep flow, scheduling, and operational follow-through
Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with both back of house and front of house leadership teams
Operates with professionalism, urgency, accountability, and attention to detail in fast-paced environments.

WHY JOIN THE PULPO GROUP?

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions.
Company sponsored short term disability.
Paid time off & paid sick time.
Retirement plan with a company match.
Dining discounts across all TPG restaurants.
Leadership development and growth opportunities.
A collaborative and team-focused culture.
Opportunities to contribute to one of Ann Arbor’s most respected restaurant groups.

Requirements:

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrates professionalism, urgency, and accountability in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Maintains strong organization and operational follow-through across daily kitchen systems and responsibilities.
Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with both back of house and front of house leadership teams.
Supports staff development, coaching, and performance accountability through consistent leadership presence.
Adapts quickly and responds effectively during high-volume services and operational challenges.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Remain standing and active for extended periods during service and production shifts
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds when needed throughout daily operations
Work nights, weekends, holidays, and varied schedules based on restaurant needs
Safely operate standard kitchen equipment in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Move efficiently throughout all kitchen areas during active service periods

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