Lead Cook

StoryPoint Birmingham

As a Lead Line Cook, you will prepare and cook large quantities of food according to menus, recipes, and planned residents or guests.

You will take on a rewarding position with an innovative company where hard work pays off and advancement is always a possibility.

Required Experience

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school
• A minimum of three years of line cook experience and / or training
• Baking skills are preferred
• Good communication skills are required

Primary Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to the planned menu using standard recipes.
• Plate food items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
• Assist other kitchen staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensures that sufficient food is prepped and / or prepared.
• Communicates with supervisor of shortages or outages.
• Ensures freshness, cooking status, and proper seasoning of all foods served.
• Stocks and cleans station for next shift.
• Follows proper food rotation policies.
• Consistently maintains a positive attitude which supports a team environment.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Maintain safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire / safety / disaster plans, risk management and security.
• Clean and inspect kitchen appliances and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Present professional appearance by wearing uniform and name tag.
• Maintain a positive attitude which supports team performance and productivity.

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects.

The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens.

The employee will occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Last updated : 2024-05-18