Lead Cook

Overview

Otterbein is seeking a Lead Cook to join their team at a vibrant, not-for-profit retirement community. The role involves creating delicious, attractive meals for residents and significantly impacting their quality of life. Shifts are full-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in menu development, staffing, specials, etc. as needed.
• Take reservations and execute hibachi meals in the main restaurant.
• Determine and purchase food items needed for the assigned area; ensure food costs are controlled.
• Supervise food preparation, cooking, and plating methods and techniques.
• Ensure correct use of kitchen equipment.
• Complete production records, including used and unused portions and shortages of product.
• Interview, hire, and evaluate culinary staff; assist in evaluations when absent of Executive Chef.
• Manage kitchen operations in absence of Executive Chef.
• Achieve deadlines in food production based on production orders.
• Solve work problems or assist workers in solving related issues.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Suggest and follow up on plans to motivate team members.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned shifts and assist with other functions as needed.

Food Safety/Sanitation

• Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures.
• Maintain sanitation and orderliness of equipment, supplies, and utensils.
• Handle foods appropriately during preparation.
• Prepare food according to approved recipes and production standards.
• Clean display equipment during meal service.
• Clean equipment as assigned and promptly.
• Clean workstations thoroughly before leaving the area for other assignments.

Qualifications

• Education: Culinary Degree preferred. High School or GED required.
• Licensure/Certification: Serv Safe

BENEFITS*

• Health & Wellness:
• Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Security:
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
• Paid Holidays
• DailyPay, enabling access to up to 100% of earned wages on a daily basis
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
• Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for unforeseen challenges
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Growth & Development:
• University Partnerships for exclusive tuition discounts
• Multiple Partner Discounts for various products and services
• Access to thousands of hours of personal and professional development material

*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.