Kitchen Lead & Assistant Cook

Gategroup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

gategroup in Los Angeles is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the Head Cook by preparing and cooking a variety of food items according to established recipes.

You will work as part of a team, uphold strict food safety standards, and assist with training junior staff. The role requires at least 2 years of related kitchen experience and a culinary credential; temperature logs and recipe conversions are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or cook certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in related field.
• Experience with temperature logs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Cook in preparing and cooking according to recipes.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation at all times.
• Lead, coach and mentor junior staff.
• Communicate production progress to managers.
• Maintain equipment flow and inventory at stations.

Skills

Leadership

Operations knowledge

Education

Culinary degree or cert

Job description

gategroup in Los Angeles is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the Head Cook by preparing and cooking a variety of food items according to established recipes.

You will work as part of a team, uphold strict food safety standards, and assist with training junior staff. The role requires at least 2 years of related kitchen experience and a culinary credential; temperature logs and recipe conversions are part of daily duties.