Lead Cook (AT&T Discovery District)

Legends Global; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a Lead Cook for the AT&T Discovery District in Dallas, TX. This role involves overseeing daily culinary operations, leading the kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards for food quality and service execution.

The ideal candidate will have prior cooking experience and strong communication skills, supporting the team to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Flexible hours are required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations.
• Lead and support kitchen team members.
• Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.

Skills

Team Player

Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training preferred

Job description

## Lead Cook (AT&T Discovery District)Applylocations: AT&T Discovery: Dallas, TX: Dallas, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R100122775**LEGENDS GLOBAL**Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? **Join us!** **THE ROLE**The Lead Cook is responsible for supporting the daily culinary operations at the AT&T Discovery District by leading kitchen staff, maintaining food quality standards, and ensuring efficient service execution. This role oversees food preparation and kitchen operations for concessions, events, and hospitality services while promoting a clean, safe, and organized work environment. The Lead Cook plays a key role in delivering an exceptional guest experience through strong leadership, teamwork, and attention to detail in a fast-paced hospitality setting.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service within the AT&T Discovery District* Lead and support kitchen team members to maximize productivity, organization, and operational efficiency* Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment in accordance with company and health department standards* Assist with food preparation, cooking, and execution for concessions, events, and daily service operations* Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and guest experience across all service areas* Maintain inventory levels and prepare products according to management direction and food safety guidelines* Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations properly* Support event day operations and remain available to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed* Approach all tasks with a positive, team-oriented, and guest-focused attitude* Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and a strong sense of accountability in a fast-paced environment* Maintain a professional appearance and uphold company standards at all times* Perform additional duties as assigned to support culinary and operational needs**QUALIFICATIONS*** Ability to lift up to 50lbs* Ability to walk, reach, stand, bend for long periods of time* Able to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)* Able to work under pressure* Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills* Team Player* Must be at least 18 years old* Previous cooking experience required* High school diploma or equivalent. Culinary training preferred* Must have two (2) to three (3) years working in a fast-paced high-end club, or restaurantPractice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training. Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training. Report all safety incidents (injuries and illnesses) into the company’s risk management system (Origami Risk) on the same day that the safety incident has been reported to you. Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.