What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cook position at State Street Cafe?
Lead Cook
State Street Café – Garfield, MN
Full-Time | Starting at $16/20 hour (DOE)
State Street Café is a family-owned restaurant known for homemade breakfasts, comfort food, and serving our community with pride. We're looking for an experienced, dependable Lead Cook who enjoys working independently and takes ownership of the kitchen.
If you're looking for a job where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and you're trusted to do what you do best, we'd love to meet you.
Schedule
Full-time
Wednesday through Sunday
Availability for at least 3 out of every 4 weekends each month is required.
Consistent, year-round hours
Responsibilities
Prepare and cook menu items with consistency and attention to quality.
Independently manage the kitchen during your shift.
Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and food-safe.
Complete daily prep and assist with inventory management.
Work efficiently during busy breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
Communicate well with servers and fellow team members.
We're Looking For Someone Who
Has previous restaurant cooking experience.
Can work independently and make sound decisions.
Takes pride in producing high-quality food.
Is dependable and shows up ready to work.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Wants a stable, long-term position with a team they can grow alongside.
Why Work With Us?
Family-owned and locally operated.
A respectful, supportive team environment.
Consistent schedule and year-round employment.
Opportunities to grow as our business continues to expand.
Your work makes a real impact every day—we're a small team, and every role matters.
We're not looking for someone to get us through the next few months. We're looking for someone who wants to help build what State Street Café becomes over the next several years.
If you're dependable, enjoy cooking great food, and are ready to be part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you.
Please include a brief description of your restaurant experience and why you're interested in joining State Street Café when you apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20