Lead Cook

Elior; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior Collegiate Dining is seeking an experienced lead cook at Oakwood University’s Blake Dining Hall in Huntsville, AL. You will lead and train a team, oversee food preparation, and ensure recipes are followed with quality and efficiency.

This role emphasizes safety, sanitation, cost control, and teamwork. A strong culinary background and proven leadership are essential for delivering exceptional dining experiences to students and faculty.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent multitasking, leadership, and communication skills.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and participating in the preparation of food items.
• Adhering to recipes while maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Controlling food and inventory costs.

Skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts

Job description

Job Reference Number: 43832

Employment Type: Full-Time, OnsiteSegment: Education

Brand: Elior-Collegiate-Dining

Location: Oakwood University - Blake Dining Hall

The Role at a glance

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated lead cook to our Elior Collegiate Dining team. As a lead cook, you will have the opportunity to handle and prepare food while training and supervising a team of exceptional foodservice professionals.

What you'll be doing

• Overseeing and participating in the preparation of food items.
• Adhering to recipes while maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
• Following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Controlling food and inventory costs.

What we're looking for

Must-haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent multitasking, leadership, and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or a related field

Where you'll be working

Oakwood University

Our Benefits

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior Collegiate

Elior Collegiate Dining is rewriting the rules of campus dining, serving up bold flavors, fresh ideas, and high-impact experiences that fuel student life. We partner with forward-thinking colleges and universities to create vibrant, customized dining programs that spark connection, celebrate culture, and make food a defining part of the college journey.

About Elior-North America

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer

This job description can be revised by management as needed.