Lead Cook

Elior Group; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

401k

Sick Time

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

Job summary

Elior Independent School Dining is seeking an experienced lead cook to join our education-focused team at Carolina University in Winston-Salem, NC. You will supervise a team of foodservice professionals and help manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency in all prepared items.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and cost control, with a focus on training and mentoring staff to maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or a related field preferred.

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

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalen t

Associate/Bachelor in culinary arts

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Job Reference Number: 43394
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Education
Brand: Elior-Independent-School-Dining
Location: Carolina University

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced, motivated lead cook to our education team in Winston-Salem, NC. 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:

Carolina University

Compensation

$20 per hour

• Medical (FT Employees)
• 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 Independent School Dining:

Elior Independent School Dining partners with schools to create thoughtful, student-focused dining experiences that go beyond the plate. We serve as an extension of your campus, tailoring our programs to reflect your school’s unique culture and mission. With a strong focus on well-being and community, we provide expert service, culinary creativity, and a personal touch that supports students’ growth and success.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Salem
Nearest Secondary Market: Winston