Lead Cook - Full-time

Wachusett Brewing Company; Westminster (MA); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Job summary

Wachusett Brewing Company in Westminster, MA seeks a Cook to prepare high-quality food for our taproom and Brew Yard guests, working in our new kitchen with a focus on timely delivery and teamwork. You should have proficient knife skills, basic knowledge of cooking equipment, and at least 2 years in a full-service restaurant; SERV Safe is preferred.

This role demands professionalism and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen alongside a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Knife skills and basic cooking equipment knowledge are required.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Ensure great presentation of dishes before serving.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly kitchen environment.
• Store items safely, date, rotate and check temperatures.
• Monitor ingredient quality and temperatures during service.
• Follow recipes and work as part of a team.

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Education

SERV Safe certification

Job description

Summary

We are looking for a Cook to prepare high-quality and delicious food for our taproom and Brew Yard guests. You will prepare dishes that will delight customers with the taste and timely delivery out of our new kitchen. Must be able to follow instructions and work as a team. A cook should possess proficient knife skills, as well as a thorough understanding of basic cooking equipment. Candidates should be comfortable working in fast-paced environments in which quality work is of the utmost importance. Positive and energetic interaction with other team members is required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with the required ingredients and cooking equipment
• Ensure great presentation of all dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored safely & properly
• Stock, date, rotate and check the temperature of products
• Continuously check the quality of ingredients
• Follow recipes and product directions for preparing food
• Working as a team and helping wherever needed

Position Skills/Requirements

• General food safety knowledge (SERV Safe preferred)
• At least 2 year cooking experience in a full-service restaurant
• High level of professionalism
• Comfortable working with a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Light amount of lifting (usually less than 20 lbs)