Lead Cook: High-Volume Culinary Leader

BENCHMARK; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality in Orlando is seeking a Lead Cook for the JetBlue Lodge, a 200-room full-service hotel on the Orlando International Airport campus. You will lead a high-volume culinary team and contribute to daily production, menu execution, and training.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of kitchen experience, strong allergy knowledge, and the ability to plan, cost, and supervise to deliver seasonal, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cook experience in a high-volume professional kitchen.
• Active Food handler’s certification.
• Strong knowledge of food allergens and safety practices.
• Familiarity with state health codes and sanitation standards.
• Ability to plan, cost, and implement menus with seasonal ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily production and food preparation for the hotel outlets.
• Lead kitchen team, conduct daily briefings and training sessions.
• Monitor inventory, par levels, and ordering in absence of executive chef.
• Attend meetings and assist with menu costing and seasonal offerings.
• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and allergen controls throughout service.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Creative leadership

Hands-on leadership

Food safety mindset

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Calibrated thermometer

Cutting tools

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality in Orlando is seeking a Lead Cook for the JetBlue Lodge, a 200-room full-service hotel on the Orlando International Airport campus. You will lead a high-volume culinary team and contribute to daily production, menu execution, and training.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of kitchen experience, strong allergy knowledge, and the ability to plan, cost, and supervise to deliver seasonal, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.