Lead Cook

Echo Bluff Hospitality LLC; Eminence (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Echo Bluff Hospitality LLC is looking for a dependable and hard-working Lead Cook to join their team at the Creekside Grill. The lodge offers a blend of classic American cuisine and aims to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of F&B experience, be a strong leader, and possess excellent customer service skills.

Applicants must obtain ServSafe certification and maintain a professional image at all times.

Qualifications

• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Must have strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent customer service and people skills.
• Must respond well to a changing work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the F&B/Kitchen Manager in ensuring guest service expectations are met.
• Become a strong member of the culinary team.
• Assist in training the culinary team in proper cooking techniques.
• Oversee restaurant orders and maintain efficient POS transactions.
• Participate in training related to health safety logs.
• Ensure compliance with operational and Corporate standards.

Job description

Echo Bluff Lodge is seeking a dependable, hard-working Lead Cook to join our team at the Creekside Grill! Our lodge features cozy cabin and guest room accommodations, retail gift sales, and a dining experience that blends classic American cuisine with an exquisite twist. Guests can enjoy meals indoors or relax on the patio while taking in the spectacular scenery.

If you’re a team player who shows up ready to work, we want to hear from you!

Summary of Position

Assist the Kitchen/Food & Beverage Manager in ensuring that all kitchen staff are trained in proper cooking techniques and sanitation guidelines per Corporate policies to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the F&B/Kitchen Manager in ensuring that the menu, which cannot be changed without Corporate F&B approval, and guest service expectations, as set forth by the Employee Handbook, are being met or exceeded.
• Become a strong member of an efficient and highly motivated culinary team focused on surpassing expectations by presenting a positive, can-do attitude every day.
• Assist F&B Management in training the culinary team in proper cooking techniques, adhere to defined company recipes and understand sanitation guidelines in order to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Oversee restaurant orders and maintain efficient POS transactions for food and retail items
• Participate in all necessary training related to the understanding and reporting of the COGS spreadsheet, weekly data sheets, and health safety logs.
• Follow the Cook training checklist to ensure accuracy when training others
• Assist with all activities related to receiving, stocking and rotating orders, and oversight of inventory levels in grab and go/ deli items
• Adhere to all policies regarding waste
• Assist the F&B/Kitchen Manager with general maintenance items such as food waste, recycling and maintaining cleanliness of common areas
• Ensure compliance with operational and Corporate standards, company policies, federal/state/local laws and ordinances.
• Obtain ServSafe or Food Handler Certification in accordance with F&B company policy and/or state law
• Maintain professional image, including sanitation and cleanliness, proper uniforms and appearance standards.
• Understand Company’s Health and Safety standards, ISO (Environmental & Quality) management systems, policies, goals, and initiatives and meet the specific responsibilities within these areas.
• Adherence to Duties Checklist and other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Must be self‑motivated with the ability to perform with the highest professional and ethical standards
• Must respond well to a changing work environment and able to perform at the highest level with minimal supervision
• Must possess strong leadership and managerial skills that include the ability to coach, develop and clearly communicate expectations
• Must have excellent analytical and problem resolution skills with the ability to proactively recommend solutions
• Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office and familiarity with POS system functionality
• Excellent customer service and people skills
• Majority of shift will be spent on feet in a fast‑paced environment, in close proximity to other people and will involve frequent bending, twisting, squatting and lifting up to 25 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally

Knowledge and Experience

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum 3 (three) years F&B experience POS experience

ServeSafe certification required

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status and all other status protected by law.