Top 9 Lead cook Jobs in Danville, Va

Lead Cook
Caesars Entertainment —Danville, VA
- $21.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Dietary Cook
Roman Eagle Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Inc. —Danville, VA
- Up to $15.15 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- 2 years
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Danville, VA
- $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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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Eden, NC
- $14.53 - $18.17 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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School Nutrition Assistant
Rockingham County Schools —Reidsville, NC
- $13.10 - $17.16 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Temporary Assistant Cook - Reidsville, NC
North Carolina State University —Reidsville, NC
- $17 an hour
- Temporary
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds

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Lead Cook

Caesars Entertainment -
Danville, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.25 an hour
2 days ago

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Food service health code compliance
Specialty dish recipe development
Food service workstation cleanliness
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Commercial kitchen cleaning
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Food preparation equipment operation

Full Job Description

WE ARE CAESARS

At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.

Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary"
Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence.”
Our Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”

Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

JOB SUMMARY

Lead Cook is a Lead level employee who is responsible for the supervision of the kitchen staff in all assigned outlets in the absence of the Sous Chef. Lead cooks are responsible for preparing recipes and food items for service in all kitchens and Training others to keep and maintain the standards set by the chef. Lead cooks are responsible for engaging in events and buzz sessions. Lead cooks are responsible for setting the standards and ensuring the guest experience is at the best it can be.

Work with front of the house staff to ensure positive guest experience with ensuring food quality
Must be able to cook and create new, innovative and imaginative recipes
Must be able to react quickly and resolve problems in the absence of the sous chef.
Provide support and foster loyalty and conduct business in a professional manner at all times
Regularly inspects all food stations to ensure safety and sanitation
Must be able to accurately execute recipes in all kitchens
In absence of the Sous Chef, supervise all employees on the shift to ensure smooth operation in all aspects of the outlet
Cover vacancies within the line level
Must be able to work any shift and in any outlet
Help support efforts to maintain food cost, labor cost and expenses within budget guidelines·
Meets attendance guidelines and adheres to regulatory, departmental and Company policies
Assist Sous Chef with administrative duties including but not limited to: ordering, receiving and maintenance of prep and par level assignments

HOW YOU WILL CREATE THE EXTRAORDINARY

Must have knowledge of kitchen sanitation and operation
Must be familiar with general maintenance of kitchen equipment
Must be able to cook using industry and property standard techniques, procedures and equipment.
Must have a solid skill base in all areas of Pantry and Cook operations.
Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team member.
Must be able to have a sense of urgency and react to changing business demands.
Must be familiar of all phases and operations of the kitchen
Must have a solid skill base of all kitchen operations
Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Must present a neat, clean and professional appearance.
Bilingual abilities preferred
Valid Food Handler’s Card

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

High School diploma or GED required
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in high volume, quality establishment, or equivalent technical training in the food industry.
Culinary school experience preferred

Hourly rate: $21.25 per hour

TOGETHER WE WIN

We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.

DISCLAIMER

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

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