Lead Breakfast Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Ridgecrest Conference Center; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Ridgecrest Conference Center in the Blue Ridge Mountains seeks a Lead Cook to oversee meal preparation for conferences, meetings and special events. This full-time role focuses on breakfast/AM shift operations, ensuring meals are prepared on time, plated well, and served according to safety standards while guiding kitchen staff.

The position requires strong cooking and leadership skills, inventory oversight, and cost-conscious kitchen management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of four years of advanced commercial cooking experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, recipes, presentation, and kitchen safety.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Food safety certification preferred and willingness to work varied shifts.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and cooking of meals for events while ensuring quality and presentation.
• Follow recipes, adjust portions, and meet dietary requirements and service expectations.
• Ensure proper temperatures, timely delivery to front-of-house or event staff.
• Oversee the food line and presentation to meet service standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff, assign tasks, and maintain efficient workflow.
• Train and coach staff on cooking and safety practices.
• Monitor safety, sanitation, and compliance with health codes.
• Assist with menu planning, workflow, and inventory management.
• Monitor inventory, control portions, and minimize food waste.
• Perform additional tasks to support peak event operations.

Skills

Advanced cooking

Food preparation

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary training (preferred)

Job description

Ridgecrest Conference Center in the Blue Ridge Mountains seeks a Lead Cook to oversee meal preparation for conferences, meetings and special events. This full-time role focuses on breakfast/AM shift operations, ensuring meals are prepared on time, plated well, and served according to safety standards while guiding kitchen staff.

The position requires strong cooking and leadership skills, inventory oversight, and cost-conscious kitchen management.