About the Cook Position
Our restaurant is seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Cook to join our kitchen staff! As a Lead Cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing excellent meals for our patrons while also maintaining your station and keeping track of inventory.
Excellent communication skills are a must, as is the ability to multitask. Working in the kitchen means working in a fast-paced environment, so you’ll need to stay organized to keep our customers satisfied.
Cook Responsibilities
Set up and maintain the workstation, ensuring everything is well stocked, orderly and clean
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Prepare, cook, and assemble ingredients for various dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
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Ensure that all dishes are of high-quality and follow company recipes
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Report any equipment issues to management
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Monitor inventory, ordering new food and supplies as necessary
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Resolve issues with customers’ orders as needed
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Keep the kitchen neat and tidy, ensuring everything is sanitized appropriately
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Follow all health and safety guidelines
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Assist other cooks as needed
Cook Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Culinary school training preferred
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[2+] years of experience as a Cook, and experience reading and independently executing against Banquet Event Orders
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Knowledge of kitchen best practices, including safe knife handling and cooking methods
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Excellent attention to detail, multitasking, and communication skills
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Must be able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, with flexible availability to be scheduled based on operational need of the F&B department
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Must be able to remain on your feet for long periods of time and lift [25+] pounds