Lead Cook

ADP, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee meal discounts

Referral bonuses

Flexible work schedules

Growth opportunities

Job summary

13 Coins seeks a Lead Cook to oversee culinary operations, manage staff, and ensure top-quality dishes and presentation. You will control inventory, maintain a clean kitchen, and collaborate with management to keep food costs in check while delivering exceptional service.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years as a cook, solid food safety knowledge, and a team-player mindset. Includes growth opportunities, PTO, holiday pay, insurance, and meal discounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 3 years experience as a cook in a kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications.
• Restock items during the shift.
• Maintain safety, sanitation and organization at the station.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment properly.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and storage areas.

Job description

The Lead Cook plays a pivotal role in the culinary operations of our establishment, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation. This position involves overseeing kitchen staff, managing food inventory, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. The Lead Cook will be responsible for creating innovative menu items that reflect seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Additionally, this role requires collaboration with management to ensure that food costs are controlled while maintaining exceptional service. Ultimately, the Lead Cook is essential in delivering a memorable dining experience that keeps our guests returning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a cook, with at least 3 years in a kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years in a high volume, fast paced kitchen
• Team player
• Guest first attitude

Responsibilities:

• Set up stations according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety, sanitation and organization skills.
• Understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain equipment in station.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers and all storage areas.
• Paid time off, 1 hour per every 40 hours worked up to year 3; 1.54 hours per every 40 hours worked thereafter; eligible after 90 days
• Holiday Pay: Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day paid 1.5 times base wage if worked, based on eligibility
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans available. Eligibility after 60 days, working 30 hours per week (average)
• Employee meal discounts on shift (50%) and off shift (30%)
• Referral bonuses up to $400 per referral
• Opportunity for growth and career planning

13 Coins Commitment: 13 Coins is committed to developing each of our individual team members and setting them up for success by providing initial training courses and then continuous 1:1 development sessions. It is our priority to ensure that you feel equipped to do your job well and feel supported by your team.

About the Role:

The Lead Cook plays a pivotal role in the culinary operations of our establishment, ensuring that all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation. This position involves overseeing kitchen staff, managing food inventory, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. The Lead Cook will be responsible for creating innovative menu items that reflect seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Additionally, this role requires collaboration with management to ensure that food costs are controlled while maintaining exceptional service. Ultimately, the Lead Cook is essential in delivering a memorable dining experience that keeps our guests returning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a cook, with at least 3 years in a kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years in a high volume, fast paced kitchen
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Guest first attitude

Responsibilities:

• Set up stations according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restock all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety, sanitation and organization skills.Understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain equipment in station.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers and all storage areas.

Benefits:

• Paid time off, 1 hour per every 40 hours worked up to year 3; 1.54 hours per every 40 hours worked thereafter; eligible after 90 days
• Holiday Pay: Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day paid 1.5 times base wage if worked, based on eligibility
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans available. Eligibility after 60 days, working 30 hours per week (average)
• Employee meal discounts on shift (50%) and off shift (30%)
• Referral bonuses up to $400 per referral
• Flexible work schedules
• Opportunity for growth and career planning

13 Coins Commitment: 13 Coins is committed to developing each of our individual team members and setting them up for success by providing initial training courses and then continuous 1:1 development sessions. It is our priority to ensure that you feel equipped to do your job well and feel supported by your team.

13 Coins is open 7 days per week, including evenings, weekends and holidays.