Lead Cook: Creative, High-Impact Kitchen Leader

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook for North Central Texas College to prepare meals and ensure timely, delicious dishes for guests. The cook should follow instructions, maneuver around a busy kitchen, and apply various cooking techniques to deliver high-quality meals.

The ideal candidate is experienced in commercial kitchen operations, maintains clean, safe practices, and works well in a team to support great presentation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as cook.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chop, peel, trim vegetables, cut meat).
• Prepare, portion and cook items for meals or events.
• Cook to order or with short prep times.
• Follow basic recipes and production info.
• Dress dishes for great presentation before serving.
• Maintain sanitary and orderly kitchen environment.
• Store all food and items properly.
• Follow HACCP and safety policies.

Skills

Proven experience as cook

Commercial kitchen equipment

Cooking methods

Sanitation procedures

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook for North Central Texas College to prepare meals and ensure timely, delicious dishes for guests. The cook should follow instructions, maneuver around a busy kitchen, and apply various cooking techniques to deliver high-quality meals.

The ideal candidate is experienced in commercial kitchen operations, maintains clean, safe practices, and works well in a team to support great presentation and customer satisfaction.