What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cook position at The Bulldog Baton Rouge?
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. In this vital role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality meals that meet our standards for taste, presentation, and safety. As a leader in the kitchen, you will mentor staff, coordinate food production, and uphold food safety protocols to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Your expertise in culinary techniques and kitchen management will drive efficiency and inspire excellence across all food service activities. Inventory skills, food costing and food waste control are important skills to have.
Duties
- Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal preparation in a high-volume environment
- Oversee menu planning, ensuring adherence to recipes and nutritional guidelines while incorporating creative culinary ideas
- Prepare a variety of dishes using advanced techniques such as poaching, braising, grilling, and food presentation skills
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including knives, stoves, ovens, and food processing tools
- Ensure all food handling and sanitation procedures comply with food safety standards to prevent contamination and ensure hygiene
- Manage food production schedules to meet service demands without compromising quality or safety
- Collaborate with dietary departments to accommodate special dietary needs and develop meal options accordingly
Requirements
- Proven experience in food industry roles such as dietary aide, restaurant cook, or catering chef with a focus on high-volume production
- Strong culinary skills including menu planning, recipe adherence, knife skills, and proficiency in cooking techniques like braising, grilling, poaching, and food preparation
- Extensive knowledge of food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures within commercial kitchens
- Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Background in dietary department or dietary aide roles is highly desirable for understanding specialized meal requirements
- Excellent leadership abilities with the capacity to train and motivate kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
Join us as a Lead Cook and bring your culinary expertise to life! We’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant work environment where your skills make a meaningful impact on our community’s dining experience. All positions are paid roles committed to supporting your growth in the food industry.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18