Top 38 Lead cook Jobs in Asheville Nc

Cook- Vegetarian Kitchen
LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA) —Marshall, NC
- From $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Sous Chef
The Baker's Box LLC —Hendersonville, NC
- $55,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- In-person
- Training & development
- Paid time off
- Food provided
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Cook Part-Time
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Asheville, NC
- $15.34 - $19.18 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Restaurant General Manager – Asheville, NC, Patton Ave
Cook Out Restaurants —Asheville, NC
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Holidays
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Restaurant PM General Manager – Asheville, NC, Tunnel Rd
Cook Out Restaurants —Asheville, NC
- $55,000 - $80,000 a year
- Night shift
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Inn Lead Cook - Full Time
Biltmore Workforce Management —Asheville, NC
- From $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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kitchen - restaurant assistant kitchen manager-lead cook
Farm Burger —Asheville, NC
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Leadership
- Health insurance
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1d
PM Lead Line Cook (Jack of the Wood)
Jack of the Wood —Asheville, NC
- From $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Cooking
- Mid-level
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3d
Lead Cook - Full Time - Breakfast / AM Shift
Ridgecrest Conference Center —Black Mountain, NC
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Asheville, NC
- $15.34 - $19.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Asheville, NC
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Email
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Line Cook
Hendersonville Country Club —Hendersonville, NC
- $17 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Culinary experience
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Sous Chef / Line Cook
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly —Black Mountain, NC
- $40,000 - $46,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Casual dining restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Back of House Lead in training
Chick-fil-A —Asheville, NC
- From $18 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Assistant Manager
Zaxbys —Asheville, NC
- Part-time
- No education required
- Fast casual restaurant
- Maintenance
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Lead Cook
Troon —Hendersonville, NC
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
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9d
Grill Chef
Bev’s Steak —Black Mountain, NC
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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1d
SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSISTANT 5.5 HRS
Haywood County Schools —Canton, NC
- $15.60 an hour
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
7d
Line Cook
Cliffs Club Services, LLC —Arden, NC
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Guest services
- Restaurant
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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2d
SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSISTANT 5 HRS
Haywood County Schools —Clyde, NC
- $15.60 an hour
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds

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Cook- Vegetarian Kitchen

LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA)
Marshall, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
From $24 an hour

Benefits

403(b) matching
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
403(b)
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Food production
Recipe adherence
Computer operation
Pre-cooking preparation
Teamwork
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Kitchen knives
Computer literacy
Employee relationship building
Cleaning

Full Job Description

OVERVIEW:

The LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA) is a new 500-acre retreat center in the Blue Ridge mountains in Marshall, North Carolina. LCCA will serve as a soul-focused sanctuary and learning center for individual and collective growth, exploration and transformation, focused on catalyzing the evolution of consciousness needed to solve humanity’s greatest challenges. The Center will host current and emerging leaders to cultivate and deepen the inner work needed to be more effective change agents in the world. LCCA is the home of LightEn US, which is part of the overall LightEn network. LightEn’s team is collectively working to deliver on an ambitious and world-changing mission, providing a world-class culture through a purpose driven lens.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Cook role supports all aspects of kitchen and dining operations at the Kitchen Table by preparing and presenting high-quality food, ensuring organization, safety and sanitation standards, and contributing to an exceptional work culture and guest experience. This role emphasizes craftsmanship, teamwork, and genuine heart felt hospitality. In addition to the core competencies outlined below, the right candidate will have resonance with LightEn’s vision, be flexible, have a desire to learn, maintain a willingness to contribute when needed, and an ability to lead from a place of inclusiveness, kindness and service. The Cook role represents an exceptional opportunity for a diligent and creative professional to join LightEn US in its start-up phase.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Food Preparation & Quality

Prepare, cook, and portion food according to established recipes, guidelines, and guest expectations.
Ensure food presentation meets quality and aesthetic standards.
Conduct line checks for each station during meal service periods.
Maintain clean, stocked, and organized preparation and service areas.

Guest Experience

Provide warm, welcoming, and professional interactions with guests.
Anticipate and respond promptly to guest needs or requests.
Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and answer food-related questions confidently.

Safety & Compliance

Adhere to all food safety and handling guidelines, including proper labeling, dating, and storage.
Keep refrigerators and freezers clean, organized, and compliant with health regulations.
Report unsafe conditions immediately and maintain a safe, calm working environment.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with colleagues, offering interactions grounded in kindness and humility.
Work closely with the kitchen leadership and the other to communicate operational needs, challenges, and feedback.
Support accurate purchasing by directing ordering needs to leadership.
Collaborate with colleagues to continually improve service standards and achieve team goals.
Participate in cross-training and other projects as assigned by leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Required:

2–3 years of professional cooking experience.
Serious adherence to kitchen operational standards, cooking skills and knife skills
Ability to follow recipes, guidelines and work within the operational framework to achieve consistent results
Strong organizational, communication, and active listening skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Proficiency with basic computer programs (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel).

Preferred:

Culinary degree or certification.
Experience in vegetarian and/or vegan cuisine.
Previous hospitality or guest-facing experience.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand for extended periods of time in a fast-paced environment.
Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
Regular bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting.
Strong visual acuity including close, color, peripheral, and depth perception.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and navigate uneven terrain.
Must wear LCCA-provided uniform and maintain a neat, professional appearance.

WORKPLACE CULTURE & TEAM SUPPORT

Contribute to a calm and respectful kitchen atmosphere, even during high-volume service.
Support colleagues with teamwork, patience, and encouragement to ensure smooth operations.
Communicate thoughtfully, listening actively and offer constructive feedback.
Model humility, kindness, and professionalism in all interactions with guests and team members.
Practice mindfulness in daily work to maintain focus, consistency, and balance under pressure.
Approach challenges with solutions-oriented thinking while maintaining composure.

SALARY + BENEFITS:

The starting salary for this role is $24 per hour. LCCA covers 100% of premiums for health benefits, offers paid time off, paid sick time, a 6% 403(b) retirement savings match, uniforms, opportunities for ongoing learning & development, and daily meals.

AAP/EEO Statement

LightEn provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LightEn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation. and training.

LightEn expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LightEn’s team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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lead cook jobs in asheville nc

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