Lead Cook

American Dining Creations; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

401K with match

Delicious employee meal and beverage

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Some positions may include flexible or

Flexible hours and shifts

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

Job summary

American Dining Creations in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Lead Cook to ensure exceptional dining through accurate preparation, portion control, grilling and presentation. The role requires leadership, teamwork, and the ability to multitask while delivering friendly, high-quality service in a fast-paced setting.

You will train and support the kitchen team, manage station duties, maintain safety logs, stock supplies, and assist with to-go orders.

Qualifications

• Lead kitchen experience in hospitality/food service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knife skills preferred.
• Willing to cross-train and take on additional roles.
• Safety-focused; able to lift 50 lbs and handle physical tasks.
• Strong teamwork and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, support the team, and take initiative to streamline and improve dining services.
• Cook, grill and serve menu offerings within a designated station.
• Operate stove top, flat top, open flame grill and other kitchen equipment.
• Carry pans, kettles, and trays safely between stations and cold storage.
• Prepare and serve food and items per guest specifications.
• Store foods with proper wrapping, dating, and rotation.

Skills

Lead kitchen role

Hospitality/food service

Knife skills

Fast-paced environment

Cross train

Safety oriented

Physical fitness

Job description

Pay: - Pay varies by location

Location:San Antonio, Texas

Summary:

A Lead Cook with American Dining Creations ensures exceptional dining through accurate and efficient preparation, portion, grilling and presentation of menu offerings. Successful Lead Cooks exhibit strong leadership qualities, promote teamwork, and can multitask while providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. By supporting the team, providing outstanding service, a smile, and appetizing food, our Lead Cooks create a memorable dining experience for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, support the team, and take initiative to streamline and improve dining services.
• Cook, grill and serve menu offerings within a designated station.
• Utilize a stove top, flat top, open flame grill and other necessary kitchen equipment.
• Carries pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from workstations, stove, and refrigerator in accordance with established safety standards.
• Prepare and serve food and any goods per guest specifications.
• Stores foods in designated areas following standard wrapping, dating, food safety, and rotation procedures.
• Retains temperature logs and production records in an efficient manner.
• Keep supplies replenished, coolers restocked, and takes inventory as directed.
• Set-up and breakdown stations, clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, dishes for designated workstation.
• Adhere to all state and local food production, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Remain focused on customer satisfaction through providing excellent service to all guests, clients, and team members.
• Listen well and communicate in a professional and friendly manner.
• Be efficient and organized.
• May operate POS to complete orders, and package “to go” items.
• May be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a lead kitchen role or a proven background in hospitality/food service, utilizing a flat top or open flame grill.
• Basic knife skills a plus.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-quality environment.
• Self-motivated achiever, eager to learn and interested in taking on additional roles and responsibilities.
• Must be dedicated to excellence in hospitality and have a desire to offer a great dining experience.
• Ability to cross train and cross utilize skills.
• Safety and detail oriented.
• This position requires lifting 50lbs, bending, walking, climbing stairs, and standing for scheduled shifts.

About Us

Together, American Food & Vending and American Dining Creations form one of the nation’s largest privately held dining and refreshment service organizations. Family-owned and headquartered in Syracuse, NY, we have served clients nationwide for more than 80 years, delivering customized dining and refreshment solutions across business, education, healthcare and cultural environments.

Recognized by NAMA and our peers as Operator of the Year, we combine national capabilities with a personal, responsive approach to create exceptional experiences for our clients and guests.

Our Mission

To create moments of happiness through customized hospitality experiences that delight guests and bring people together.

Our Vision

To be the best in the industry at elevating hospitality experiences for places where people want to be.

Our Values: F.I.R.S.T.

Family – Treat people as family.

Integrity – Do the right thing.

Responsiveness – Listen first. Then act with urgency.

Service Excellence – Deliver exceptional experiences every day.

Teamwork – Win together.

American Dining Creations Offers:

• Weekly Pay
• 401K with match
• Delicious employee meal and beverage during your shift
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Some positions may include flexible hours and shifts
• Eligible employees offered Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Uniforms and Safety Shoes provided
• Learning and advancement opportunities

American Food & Vending is an Equal Opportunity Employer.