Lead Cook: Flexible Schedule & Menu Innovation

PONZU LLC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

PONZU LLC is seeking a dynamic Lead Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring top quality, safety, and service. You will inspire a culinary team to deliver memorable dining experiences across settings, including fine dining environments.

In this senior role, you will manage menu planning, food production processes, and innovative cuisine while maintaining meticulous quality and presentation. This paid position offers growth opportunities within our culinary team.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in busy kitchens and ability to manage a culinary team.
• Experience developing menus that meet dietary guidelines and customer preferences.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency with common kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service delivery in high-volume settings.
• Develop and implement creative menus that meet nutritional guidelines and customer preferences, incorporating dietary considerations.
• Oversee all aspects of food safety, sanitation, and sanitizing procedures to maintain compliance with health regulations.
• Manage food production processes, and cooking techniques, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively while adhering to food handling standards.
• Train team members on knife skills, recipe adherence, food safety management, and proper food handling procedures.
• Coordinate meal preparation for restaurant service while maintaining high standards of presentation and taste.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Knife skills

High-volume service

Team training

Job description

PONZU LLC is seeking a dynamic Lead Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring top quality, safety, and service. You will inspire a culinary team to deliver memorable dining experiences across settings, including fine dining environments.

In this senior role, you will manage menu planning, food production processes, and innovative cuisine while maintaining meticulous quality and presentation. This paid position offers growth opportunities within our culinary team.