Lead Cook

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality, appetizing meals in accordance with established menus, recipes, and food safety standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared accurately and on time while accommodating residents' dietary needs, food allergies, and individual preferences.
• Help lead daily kitchen operations, providing guidance and support to dining services team members.
• Serve as the designated manager on duty in the absence of the Executive Chef or department leadership, overseeing daily operations and staffing needs.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portioning, and meal service to ensure consistency and resident satisfaction.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by ensuring compliance with food handling, sanitation, and safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, food and supply ordering, receiving deliveries, and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Complete required department documentation, including temperature logs, inventory records, and other operational reports.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, ensuring cleaning responsibilities and assigned tasks are completed.
• Coordinate food preparation and service for special events, catering requests, and resident dining needs.
• Communicate and collaborate with department leadership, team members, and other departments to support efficient dining operations.
• Assist with team training, daily meetings, and continuous improvements to dining services.
• Address resident concerns and dining requests promptly and professionally, helping create a positive dining experience.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Five (5) years of professional kitchen experience as a cook, line cook, or prep cook in the food service industry is preferred.  On-the-job training provided.
• Culinary Education, preferred.
• ServSafe Certification, preferred.
• Allergen Certification, preferred.
• HS Diploma/ GED, required.
• Ability to participate in frequent stooping and bending, lifting up to 35 pounds.

Benefits

• Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed 120 a year!
• Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
• Daily Pay – Instantly transfer your daily earnings. 
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Includes Sick & Personal Time – 7 Paid Holidays and team members birthday.
• Attendance & Longevity Bonuses – Be rewarded for your dedication, along with annual increases. 
• Uniform Allowance – Look and feel your best on the job.
• Fresh, Local, Chef-Created Meals – Enjoy restaurant-style dining experiences. 
• Free Meals with Each Shift – Plus, take advantage of paid breaks during your shift.