Lead Cook

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events
• Prepare and cook to order or items that require short preparation time
• Able to follow basic recipes and production information
• Able to ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Able to keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Able to ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Able to follow all company HACCP and safety policies

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook
• Must have familiarity of commercial kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Able to follow all sanitation procedures
• Able to work in a team
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Very good communication skills

Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Continuous walking and other means of mobility
• Ability to work in standing position for long periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull, and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds

Benefits

• Most major holidays off
• Approximately 1-month Christmas break furlough period
• ~3-month summer furlough period

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2pm

Key Responsibilities

• The Breakfast & Lunch Lead Cook serves as the driving force behind all morning and midday menu production
• Works closely with the Food Service Director to develop recipes, maintain documentation, and uphold high operational standards
• Designs new dishes, improves existing offerings, and ensures the kitchen runs efficiently and safely
• Requires strong time-management skills, reliability, and the ability to make critical decisions during daily operations
• Willing to assist wherever needed, support team success, and maintain a positive, solutions-focused approach
• Leadership shapes the quality, consistency, and innovation of our breakfast and lunch programs