Lead Cook II: Breakfast & Lunch, 5am Start (On-Call)

Front-Porch; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunny View Retirement Community in Cupertino is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare culinary delights for our residents and execute menus with high quality, appearance, and profitability.

Under supervision of the Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, you will manage daily kitchen operations, train staff, ensure food safety, control costs, and maintain cleanliness to meet service schedules.

Qualifications

• Food handlers' certification or equivalent as required by local health department.
• High school diploma or GED completed.
• Relevant kitchen experience acceptable for lead cook role.

Responsibilities

• Cook Lead and supervise kitchen staff to ensure quality and timely service.
• Provide quality customer service to residents, families, co-workers and vendors.
• Ensure standards of service and guide kitchen team to maintain quality.
• Prepare food with high quality, taste and presentation during peak meals.
• Control food cost by training staff on proper methods and handling of leftovers.
• Maintain uniform, grooming, and appearance standards for staff.
• Develop standardized recipes and assist in menu planning as directed.
• Ensure quantities meet menu requirements and maintain inventory.
• Care for equipment and keep related work areas clean and organized.
• Coordinate timing to meet service schedules and maintain efficiency.
• Communicate with kitchen and dining room management; address concerns promptly.
• Adhere to health department sanitation guidelines and safety protocols.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Sunny View Retirement Community in Cupertino is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare culinary delights for our residents and execute menus with high quality, appearance, and profitability.

Under supervision of the Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, you will manage daily kitchen operations, train staff, ensure food safety, control costs, and maintain cleanliness to meet service schedules.