Lead Cook & Kitchen Leader for Memorable Dining

Great Western Dining Service Inc.; Moberly, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service Inc. at Moberly Area Community College is seeking a versatile Lead Cook to join our dynamic team. You will lead kitchen operations, manage cashier duties, and ensure high-quality meals and a smooth service experience.

The role requires experience in a commercial kitchen, strong teamwork, and a commitment to sanitation and food safety, with opportunities for growth as we expand our dining program.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of grilling, baking, boiling, etc.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Very good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.).
• Prepare, portion, cook food items for various meal periods or special events.
• Prepare and cook to order or items that require short preparation time.
• Ability to follow basic recipes and production information.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Follow all company HACCP and safety policies.

Skills

Cook experience

Teamwork

Communication

Sanitation

Food safety

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Great Western Dining Service Inc. at Moberly Area Community College is seeking a versatile Lead Cook to join our dynamic team. You will lead kitchen operations, manage cashier duties, and ensure high-quality meals and a smooth service experience.

The role requires experience in a commercial kitchen, strong teamwork, and a commitment to sanitation and food safety, with opportunities for growth as we expand our dining program.