Lead Cook: Elevate Quality & Kitchen Team

CSM Lodging Services Incorporated; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CSM Lodging Services Incorporated is hiring a lead cook to supervise kitchen staff and ensure top-quality food production. The role emphasizes accurate line checks, consistent plating, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities include training staff on menu changes, managing labor costs, and collaborating with management to develop new dishes while maintaining profitability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive lead cook or kitchen supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or GED; culinary degree or equivalent preferred; Serve Safe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff to ensure highest level of food quality and production to standards.
• Perform daily line checks and audits of consistency and quality; implement improvements.
• Develop standard operating procedures to maximize quality.
• Ensure food prep and delivery standards for all outlets and events.
• Train team on menu changes and assist with new menu development.
• Monitor labor and costs; maximize profitability while maintaining quality.
• Ensure a clean, safe kitchen and adherence to health regulations.
• Collaborate with management on interviewing, hiring, and coaching.

Skills

Lead cook experience

Kitchen supervision

Detail oriented

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree or equivalent

Serve Safe certification

Job description

CSM Lodging Services Incorporated is hiring a lead cook to supervise kitchen staff and ensure top-quality food production. The role emphasizes accurate line checks, consistent plating, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities include training staff on menu changes, managing labor costs, and collaborating with management to develop new dishes while maintaining profitability.