Lead Line Cook

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Department Operations

• Maintain department records including inventory food orders billing deliveries temperature logs and supply tracking.
• Coordinate staffing needs process department requests and collaborate with the Dietitian Executive Chef and other departments to support daily operations.
• Demonstrate professionalism teamwork accountability and effective communication while supporting organizational goals.

Dining Service & Meal Preparation

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals using approved recipes standardized procedures and resident diet requirements.
• Ensure food supplies and preparation areas are ready for daily meal service catering and special events.
• Maintain timely appealing meal presentation while utilizing appropriate cooking methods and authorized substitutions.

Food Safety Sanitation & Compliance

• Ensure meals are served accurately according to resident diets preferences and allergies.
• Maintain a clean safe and sanitary kitchen by following food safety infection control and emergency procedures while inspecting work areas and storage.
• Support compliance by disposing of food properly and assisting with onboarding and training team members on department standards.

Leadership & Team Support

• Lead daily kitchen operations serving as manager on duty and assuming responsibility in the absence of department leadership.
• Open and close the department monitor operations address concerns and help standardize work practices.
• Foster a positive team environment by mentoring staff maintaining confidentiality and participating in meetings training and quality improvement initiatives.

Inventory Supplies & Equipment

• Receive inventory organize and store food and supplies while maintaining clean and orderly storage areas.
• Assist with routine ordering and monitor stock levels to ensure operational readiness.
• Identify equipment and supply needs and communicate recommendations to leadership.

Additional Responsibilities

• Operate a golf cart as needed to transport food meals and supplies throughout the community.
• Support exceptional customer service by promoting teamwork accountability and department standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support efficient dining services operations.

Skills Knowledge & Expertise

• Five (5) year short order cook experience in a restaurant café food service kitchen or other related environment required.
• Culinary Education preferred
• Ability to work safely around hot equipment hot food cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures including refrigerated areas.
• ServSafe and Allergen Certification preferred
• Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.

Job 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.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Fresh Local Chef-Created Meals Enjoy restaurant-style dining experiences.
• Free Meals with Each Shift Plus take advantage of paid breaks during your shift.