Lead Cook

Harvard Club of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Food provided

Paid time off

Sick time

Matching 401k

Job summary

Harvard Club of Boston is seeking an experienced Lead Cook for its private city club in Boston. You will lead a banquet kitchen team, execute high-volume orders, and collaborate with the Head Chef to maintain quality and consistency in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates will be highly organized, possess ServSafe and allergen awareness certifications, and demonstrate leadership with a guest-first hospitality mindset. Full-time with strong benefits and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• 2 years culinary experience or relevant experience.
• 2+ years high-volume banquet cooking preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred, MA Allergen Awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead banquet kitchen team under the Executive Chef.
• Execute high-volume orders with accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Maintain quality and consistency of plated and station dishes.
• Ensure safety, sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Report to the Executive Chef and collaborate with Head Chef.

Skills

Organized

High volume orders

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Leadership

ServSafe

Allergen Awareness

Kitchen equipment

Attention to detail

Food quality

Team coaching

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Description

Lead Cook

High volume, Private City Club in Boston’s historic Back Bay is seeking an experienced banquet Lead Cook. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, be able to execute high volume orders, and professionally lead a team. This banquet Lead Cook would work closely with the Head Chef and Head Banquet Chefs.

This position offers a competitive base pay, paid time off, extensive benefit package, and on-site parking.

Applicants should possess the following qualities:

• highly organized
• ability to handle high volume orders
• problem solve within a fast-paced environment
• maintain composure in high stress environment
• leadership in regard to managing and teaching fellow staff
• current / up to date SERV safe and MA Allergen Awareness certifications strongly preferred
• experience with standard kitchen equipment
• attention to detail for consistency and quality
• passion for food, quality, and technique
• report directly to the Executive Chef.
• desire to learn

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to join a top ranked Platinum Club with much opportunity for growth. The ideal applicant will respect and maintain the current culture of professionalism and hospitality with a consistent guest first focus. The right candidate understands performance criteria and holds self and team accountable through effective coaching and strong follow-through skills.

Only those applicants with 2 years of experience or relevant experience will be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Matching 401k

Experience:

• Culinary experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location