Lead Line Cook - Fine Dining Mentor in Historic Kitchen

Taher; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Forepaugh's is seeking a Lead Line Cook to supervise the kitchen line, execute high-quality dishes, and mentor junior cooks in a fine-dining setting. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes consistent culinary execution, training, and efficient service flow.

The ideal candidate has proven line cook experience in demanding kitchens, strong cooking technique knowledge, and solid food-safety practice. Evening and weekend shifts are typical for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a line cook in a high-volume or fine-dining kitchen.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of cooking principles and techniques.
• Leadership ability and excellent communication under pressure.
• Thorough understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen workflow.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the kitchen line during service, delegating tasks and supervising junior cooks.
• Assist in training new cooks on stations, procedures, and standards.
• Communicate orders and timing with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow.

Skills

Line cook experience

Leadership ability

Food safety knowledge

Communication under pressure

Multitasking

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

Forepaugh's is seeking a Lead Line Cook to supervise the kitchen line, execute high-quality dishes, and mentor junior cooks in a fine-dining setting. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes consistent culinary execution, training, and efficient service flow.

The ideal candidate has proven line cook experience in demanding kitchens, strong cooking technique knowledge, and solid food-safety practice. Evening and weekend shifts are typical for this position.