Lead Cook: Precision Prep, Quality & Cost Control

Sage Hospitality Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking a line cook to prepare food items in accordance with recipes and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

The role requires at least one year of food service experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of kitchen procedures. You will lift up to 70 lbs, stand long hours, stock buffets, and help control food costs.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one year food service experience.
• Knowledge of cooking and the practices and procedures of a kitchen to perform non-repetitive analytical work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production standards.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, ensuring not to exceed estimated needs.
• Date and rotate perishables, maintaining proper temperatures.
• Check pars for shift use, determine preparation, freezer pull and line setup.
• Note any out-of-stock items or shortages.
• Assist in keeping buffet stocked.
• Return unused items to storage with date and protective covering.
• Assist in planning to correct food cost problems and reduce waste per SOP.

Skills

Cooking knowledge

Sanitation standards

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sage Hospitality Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking a line cook to prepare food items in accordance with recipes and quality standards while maintaining a safe, sanitary work environment.

The role requires at least one year of food service experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of kitchen procedures. You will lift up to 70 lbs, stand long hours, stock buffets, and help control food costs.