Lead Cook

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Uses prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of the role.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintains a clean kitchen.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Food Handlers Card.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills

• Cooking skills.
• Sanitation and food safety knowledge.

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans.
• Employee discounts.
• Referral program.
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA).
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance.

Pay

• Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience.

Schedule

• Part and full time benefits eligibility.

About Brookdale

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