Lead Cook — Elevate Dishes for a Brewery

Silver Branch Brewing Co.; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Branch Brewing Co. in Montgomery County, Maryland seeks a Lead Cook to elevate our world-class culinary program and complement our award-winning beers. You will lead the kitchen, ensure high standards of cleanliness, and deliver consistent, high-quality dishes for a diverse guest base.

As Lead Cook, you’ll prep across stations, uphold food safety regulations, and collaborate with the team to support busy service and catering events. Flexibility and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of proven work experience as a Prep Cook or Line Cook.
• Experienced on multiple stations, e.g. prep, sauté, pizza, garde manger.
• High familiarity with kitchen operations and workflows.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
• Ability to speak/understand Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepping ingredients, components and recipes.
• Prepare recipes to order for timing, quality, and consistency.
• Maintain a clean, safe, stocked, and organized workstation according to company standards and regulations.
• Participate in team tasks including prepping, cleaning and organizing, opening and closing the kitchen, receiving orders, etc.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Complete other duties as assigned in support of the business.
• Assist with catering events as needed.

Skills

Two+ years experience

Multi-station cooking

Communication

Teamwork

Sanitation knowledge

Spanish language

Job description

Silver Branch Brewing Co. in Montgomery County, Maryland seeks a Lead Cook to elevate our world-class culinary program and complement our award-winning beers. You will lead the kitchen, ensure high standards of cleanliness, and deliver consistent, high-quality dishes for a diverse guest base.

As Lead Cook, you’ll prep across stations, uphold food safety regulations, and collaborate with the team to support busy service and catering events. Flexibility and strong communication are essential.