Lead Cook - Culinary Team Leader in Café

ExplorUS; Cassville (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ExplorUS is hiring a Lead Cook at Roaring River State Park in Cassville, Missouri. The successful candidate will assist the Café Manager in maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation. Responsibilities include training the culinary team and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, three years of culinary experience, and a ServSafe certification. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Flexible scheduling is required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and storage, sanitation requirements, and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures and work with minimal supervision.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office and familiarity with POS system functionality.

Responsibilities

• Assist Café Manager in ensuring service expectations are met.
• Train the culinary team in cooking techniques and sanitation guidelines.
• Cook and prepare food/meals as required.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Sanitation procedures

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years culinary experience

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Cooking equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

ExplorUS is hiring a Lead Cook at Roaring River State Park in Cassville, Missouri. The successful candidate will assist the Café Manager in maintaining high standards of food preparation, service, and sanitation. Responsibilities include training the culinary team and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, three years of culinary experience, and a ServSafe certification. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Flexible scheduling is required, including nights and weekends.