Full Time Lead Cook

Nutrition Management Services Company; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrition Management Services Company is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals per standard recipes and production guidelines while maintaining strict food safety and sanitation procedures.

The role requires independent work capability, basic math skills, and strong communication. Supervision of kitchen staff may be involved, with responsibilities varying by location to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role.
• Food safety certification required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to standard recipes and production guidelines.
• Follow food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff; delegate tasks as needed.
• Potential physical demands include lifting, standing, bending and walking for long periods.

Skills

Food safety

Cooking

Leadership

Time management

Job description

The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities. The responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.Experience as a cook or related role requiredAbility to work independently with limited supervision requiredProven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storageFood safety certification requiredDemonstrates basic math and counting skillsDemonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalThis role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.