Lead Line Cook

About the role

Lead Line Cook performs a variety of kitchen and restaurant-related tasks including food preparation, product stocking, proper rotation, food prep, and cleaning duties to Serve Safe standards. Responsibilities include training staff and ensuring standards are followed.

Responsibilities

• Stock supplies, products, and utensils throughout the kitchen and perform general cleaning of the kitchen and stock areas.
• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items as directed, in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Lead throughout the shift and ensure a successful flow of service.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Previous lead or line cook experience (2 years).
• Knowledge of cooking procedures, temperatures, and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules for kitchen equipment.
• Maintain safety in a high-pace and hot environment.

Skills & Abilities

• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and organize, using time efficiently.
• Actively promote and personally observe safety and security procedures.
• Ability to read and satisfactorily communicate in English with co-workers and management.
• Self-motivated in a work environment.
• Outgoing personality, positive attitude, strong communication skills, and pleasant clean appearance.
• Ability to prepare food according to Serve Safe guidelines.
• Ability to follow training guides and assist with training new and existing team members.
• Cross-trained in all venues with the ability to fully understand how to prepare all menu items and follow standards established by the Executive Chef.

Working Conditions

• Varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Fast-paced, kitchen/restaurant environment.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Frequent reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Exposure to variable temperature conditions (extreme hot or cold).

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Education Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• 401k plan
• Employee meal discount program