Cook Supervisor

Pyramid Global Hospitality•New Brunswick, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook Supervisor will be responsible for managing daily back-of-house operations, overseeing food preparation and cooking, and ensuring a high standard of quality and consistency. This role involves training new hires, managing shift schedules, and developing knowledge in various cooking procedures and methods. The supervisor will also focus on minimizing food waste, maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment, and ensuring proper food storage. This position offers the opportunity to work with a world-class culinary team and contribute to the success of The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center, a part of Pyramid Global Hospitality.

Requirements

Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get it
Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
Strong organizational skills
Able to work independently
Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
Able to lift at least 50 pounds
At least 21 years of age
An energetic personality

Nice To Haves

Opportunity to experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
Opportunity to work with a world class culinary team

Responsibilities

Build and maintain team morale
Manage daily back-of-house operations
Assign station tasks, train new hires, and manage shift schedules
Oversees food prep and cooking
Develop knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)
Reach and recreate recipes
Be consistent on all food preparation
Minimize food waste through cross utilization
Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat)
Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
Be responsible for the quality of ingredients