Banquet Lead Cook | Culinary Team Leader

The Pueblo of Sandia; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pueblo of Sandia in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Lead culinary operations manager to oversee food venues, ensuring high quality preparation, adherence to standards, display, storage, and exceptional guest experiences. You will train and schedule kitchen staff, maintain recipes, supervise cooks, ensure sanitary conditions, and coordinate with service teams to deliver top-notch service across all venues.

A background check and drug screen are required, with NM Food Handlers certification upon

Qualifications

• Two years food preparation experience in a restaurant or food service capacity including one year of supervisory experience.
• Must complete the New Mexico Food Handlers course.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff, train line cooks, and assist in weekly/daily schedules.
• Ensure quality, taste, and presentation align with standards and production schedules.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Coordinate with service staff to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Monitor equipment and adherence to temperature logs and safety protocols.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Team supervision

Menu planning

Food safety

Communication skills

Banquet coordination

Job description

The Pueblo of Sandia in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Lead culinary operations manager to oversee food venues, ensuring high quality preparation, adherence to standards, display, storage, and exceptional guest experiences. You will train and schedule kitchen staff, maintain recipes, supervise cooks, ensure sanitary conditions, and coordinate with service teams to deliver top-notch service across all venues.

A background check and drug screen are required, with NM Food Handlers certification upon