Lead Catering Cook

No Ka Oi Inc; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A catering company in Golden, CO is seeking a skilled Lead Cook to join their team. The ideal candidate should have experience in a high-volume kitchen and a deep understanding of cooking techniques. Responsibilities include executing high-volume production for catered events, maintaining quality and food safety standards, and leading a team in a professional kitchen environment. A positive attitude and the ability to work early mornings and weekends are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Deep knowledge of ingredients and flavor balance.
• Ability to work early mornings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-volume production while maintaining quality.
• Lead daily prep and production for catered events.
• Uphold food safety and kitchen standards.

Skills

Professional cooking experience

Cooking techniques knowledge

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Positive attitude

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a highly skilled and dependable Lead Cook to join our catering kitchen team. This is a fast-paced production environment where consistency, efficiency, and strong culinary fundamentals matter. The right candidate brings deep food knowledge, excellent technique, and the ability to work quickly while maintaining high standards.

This role is ideal for a cook who enjoys early mornings, takes pride in craftsmanship, and can lead by example in a busy kitchen.

What You'll Do

• Execute high-volume production while maintaining quality and consistency
• Lead daily prep and production for catered events and delivery menus
• Apply a wide range of cooking techniques including roasting, braising, sautéing, grilling, baking, and sauce work
• Maintain organized prep lists and ensure production stays on schedule
• Uphold food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth event execution
• Maintain a clean, efficient, and professional kitchen environment

What We're Looking For

• Strong professional cooking experience (catering or high-volume kitchen preferred)
• Solid understanding of a wide variety of cooking techniques and cuisines
• Deep knowledge of ingredients, flavor balance, and proper preparation methods
• Highly productive and able to work quickly without sacrificing quality
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Dependable, positive attitude, and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to work early mornings and weekends (Wednesday–Sunday schedule)

Schedule

Wednesday–Sunday

6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Overtime occasionally available during busy event periods

Why Join Us

• Professional, team-driven kitchen
• Consistent daytime schedule
• Opportunity to work on diverse menus and events
• Stable, growing catering company

If you are a skilled cook who takes pride in great food and getting the job done right, we'd love to hear from you.