Lead Cook

StoryPoint; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Income protection

Job summary

StoryPoint is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals for residents and guests in a full-time role. You will follow menus and recipes, manage portions, and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and at least three years of line cook experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for this role in a dynamic residential dining environment.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent and training.
• Minimum three years of line cook experience and/or training.
• Effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to planned menus and standard recipes.
• Plate items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
• Assist kitchen staff and perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure sufficient prepped/prepared food and proper rotation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of station and appliances.

Skills

Good communication skills

Line cook experience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Full-Time, 6am-2pm and 11am-7pm. As a Lead Cook, you will prepare food according to menus, recipes and planned events for residents and their guests.

Required Experience

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school
• A minimum of three years of line cook experience and/or training
• Good communication skills are required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to the planned menu using standard recipes.
• Plate food items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
• Assist other kitchen staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensures that sufficient food is prepped and/or prepared.
• Communicates with supervisor of shortages or outages.
• Ensures freshness, cooking status, and proper seasoning of all foods served.
• Stocks and cleans station for next shift.
• Follows proper food rotation policies.
• Consistently maintains a positive attitude which supports a team environment.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Knowledgeable of the resident rights, and ensures an atmosphere which allows for privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Maintain safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, sanitation, and security.
• Clean and inspect kitchen appliances and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Present professional appearance by wearing uniform and name tag.

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Benefits

We have comprehensive benefit packages that include health, dental, vision, 401(k), income protection, and extraordinary work-life benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer