Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor - Day Shift (Mon–Fri)

Paycom - ATS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brundage Lane Navigation Center is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise all food preparation and serving activities, ensuring high hygiene standards. You will prepare entrées, soups, salads, sauces, desserts and snacks while training Line Cooks and other kitchen staff.

The role requires proven culinary experience, strong organization, and the ability to manage time efficiently in a busy kitchen. You must adhere to safety regulations and rotate food to reduce waste, standing for long periods and

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including Line Cook or Prep Cook roles.
• Strong organization and clear communication skills.
• Knowledge of a variety of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Solid understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and coordinating tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals in a large community living facility, including entrées, soups, salads, sauces, desserts and snacks.
• Supervise Line Cooks and other kitchen staff to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain stocked stations and ensure appropriate cooking equipment and ingredients are available.
• Ensure kitchen procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards before, during, and after shifts.
• Enforce food rotation to minimize waste and protect against contamination.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Organization

Communication

Food Safety

Cooking Methods

Team Leadership

Stamina

Education

Culinary Diploma (preferred)

Job description

Brundage Lane Navigation Center is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise all food preparation and serving activities, ensuring high hygiene standards. You will prepare entrées, soups, salads, sauces, desserts and snacks while training Line Cooks and other kitchen staff.

The role requires proven culinary experience, strong organization, and the ability to manage time efficiently in a busy kitchen. You must adhere to safety regulations and rotate food to reduce waste, standing for long periods and