Lead Cook: Luxury Fine Dining & Culinary Craft

MINA Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte is seeking a Lead Cook to bring the culinary experience to life with precision and craftsmanship in a refined fine-dining setting. Join Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina to deliver exceptional cuisine and hospitality, upholding the highest standards of quality and presentation in every dish.

You will support a collaborative culinary team, contribute to menu execution, and ensure guest moments that feel truly precious in a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Technical, trade, or vocational school degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items with precision and attention to detail to consistently deliver the quality, presentation, and craftsmanship expected in a fine dining experience.
• Execute proper food handling, storage, preparation, and temperature controls to preserve product quality and maintain the highest standards of food safety.
• Monitor food quality, consistency, and portioning to ensure every dish meets established culinary and presentation standards.
• Maintain accurate production records and communicate inventory needs, excess product, menu specials, and unavailable items to minimize waste and enable seamless coordination across culinary and service teams.
• Prepare hot and cold food items and support high-volume service periods to maintain efficient execution, timely service, and a consistently exceptional guest experience.
• Support hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and development of culinary team members.

Skills

Food safety

Education

Technical, trade, or vocational school degree

Job description

The Ritz-Carlton Charlotte is seeking a Lead Cook to bring the culinary experience to life with precision and craftsmanship in a refined fine-dining setting. Join Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina to deliver exceptional cuisine and hospitality, upholding the highest standards of quality and presentation in every dish.

You will support a collaborative culinary team, contribute to menu execution, and ensure guest moments that feel truly precious in a luxury hotel environment.