Lead Cook The Tavern Group 1220 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Chinatown (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a chef-driven restaurant group as a Lead Cook, focusing on high culinary standards and teamwork. You’ll collaborate with chefs to deliver outstanding dishes while maintaining kitchen excellence. The role offers growth opportunities and a supportive work environment, ideal for motivated professionals who thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• High culinary standards and strong attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced knife skills and prep knowledge.
• Commitment to food safety and sanitation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and executing menu items to exact standards.
• Leading and collaborating with line cooks for service efficiency.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Multitasking

Job description

Join a Growing Restaurant Group Built on Standards and Passion for Food

The Tavern Group is a growing, chef-driven restaurant group passionate about delivering inspired cuisine and exceptional hospitality. We are currently seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Lead Cook who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

This is more than a kitchen job—it’s an opportunity to grow with a group that values creativity, professionalism, and excellence.

What You’ll Do:

As a Lead Line Cook, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining high culinary standards and ensuring a seamless, efficient kitchen operation. You’ll work closely with our Chef and kitchen team to deliver outstanding dishes that reflect both precision and passion.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and executing menu items to exact standards and recipes

• Leading and collaborating with line cooks to ensure service efficiency

• Upholding a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment

• Receiving, storing, and rotating inventory

• Supporting kitchen leadership in daily prep and execution

• Maintaining excellent communication with the kitchen and FOH teams

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for a motivated professional who brings both technical skill and a team-first mentality. The ideal candidate will have:

• High culinary standards and strong attention to detail

• The ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume kitchen

• Intermediate to advanced knife skills and prep knowledge

• Exposure to advanced cooking techniques and terminology

• A proactive, self-starting attitude and the ability to lead by example

• Strong multitasking and organizational skills

• Commitment to food safety and sanitation best practices

Why Work With Us?

At The Tavern Group, we believe our people are our most valuable ingredient. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your skills, be part of a collaborative team, and contribute to a shared vision of hospitality excellence.

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience
Opportunities: Career growth within a dynamic, expanding restaurant group