Lead Cook, In-School (No Nights/Holidays) Washington, D.C.

Red Rabbit•Washington, DC

29d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen where your culinary skills make a difference every day! As the Lead Cook, you’ll be part of a 3–5-person team preparing over 1,000 fresh, made-from-scratch school lunches that meet Red Rabbit’s high standards for quality and consistency. This role is perfect for an experienced cook who loves teamwork, thrives in a busy kitchen, and takes pride in serving nutritious meals to kids. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a large commissary operation and grow alongside a passionate, mission-driven culinary team. If you thrive in a fast-moving kitchen, take pride in your craft, and want to be part of a team making a real impact on kids’ health, we’d love to have you join the Red Rabbit family.

Requirements

3+ years of professional culinary experience in a high-volume kitchen, commissary, or cafeteria setting
Proven ability to produce 500+ meals with speed and consistency
Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe required within 90 days—reimbursement provided)
Team-oriented, organized, and self-motivated with a positive attitude
Passion for healthy food and improving nutrition in schools
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Take ownership of consistency, quality, and presentation for every batch prepared
Work independently from prep lists while coordinating with the Kitchen Manager to prioritize production
Read daily menus and production sheets to prepare, portion, and weigh food according to Red Rabbit recipes and DC guidelines
Cook, cool, plate, and pack meals with care and efficiency
Maintain the highest DOH standards by keeping workstations and equipment clean and organized