Lead Line Cook - Edge Rooftop + Bar

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Sous Chef in training — stepping into full kitchen management responsibilities and overseeing all BOH operations in the Sous Chef's absence
• Mentor and collaborate with Entry Level Cooks, Line Cooks, culinary apprentices, and stewards while managing daily food preparation and production in the food outlet
• Follow company F&B procedures, health department regulations, and federal food safety guidelines
• Aid in maintaining food cost and labor cost standards to meet financial targets
• Check ingredient freshness; enforce all recipe standards and portion-use records across the team
• Monitor guest feedback scores and proactively influence food quality and service consistency
• Foster a culture of cooperation, respect, and professional kitchen standards among all coworkers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Solid working knowledge of all commercial kitchen equipment and culinary preparation techniques
Demonstrated proficiency in sautéing, broiling, frying, roasting, butchery, garde manger, pantry, and breakfast cookery
Experience leading or mentoring kitchen staff — prior lead cook or senior cook experience strongly preferred
Culinary degree, culinary school training, or apprenticeship preferred — not required

Qualifications

Ability to stand and move at a fast pace for extended periods in a high-volume kitchen

Skills

Leadership skills
Time management skills

Benefits

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay

DailyPay — get paid when you need it

Schedule

Advanced scheduling with easy shift swapping via our app