Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

City of Hope; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Irvine, CA is seeking a Lead Cook to accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold items for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and events. Under on-site management you will coordinate kitchen staff, maintain safety standards, and ensure timely service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3–5 years in food service, Serv-Safe certification or eligibility, and knowledge of equipment operation and cash handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years or more of related work experience.
• Serv-Safe Food Handler (may acquire after hired, within 90 days)
• Preferably: Knowledge of basic operation of equipment and cash-handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities of subordinates and assign responsibilities; maintain open/close procedures.
• Monitor employee productivity and suggest improvements for service or efficiency.
• Work with customers to ensure satisfaction in quality, service and problem resolution.
• Perform day-to-day kitchen tasks in addition to supervision duties.
• Lead orientation and training of staff; support team development.
• Clean and sanitize work stations and equipment; follow safety rules.
• Attend allergy and foodborne illness training; participate in safety meetings.
• May assist with inventory and movement of food and supplies.
• Report accidents and injuries per policy.

Skills

Supervising staff

Food safety

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cash register operation

Kitchen equipment

Job description

City of Hope in Irvine, CA is seeking a Lead Cook to accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and cold items for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and events. Under on-site management you will coordinate kitchen staff, maintain safety standards, and ensure timely service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3–5 years in food service, Serv-Safe certification or eligibility, and knowledge of equipment operation and cash handling.