Lead Cook

North Conway Grand Hotel•North Conway, NH

78d•Onsite

About The Position

The North Conway Grand Hotel is excited to begin a new chapter under the management of Olympia Hospitality, a hospitality company known for creating people-focused cultures and exceptional guest experiences. We’re more than just a team – we’re a community dedicated to making a difference every day. At Olympia Hospitality, we create a fun, supportive environment where growth never stops, and success is celebrated together. Guided by our values of continuous improvement, accountability, concern for others, and trust, we foster a culture of collaboration and integrity. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to thrive, we’d love to have you on our team. Apply today and build a career that inspires you! The Lead Cook is responsible for the preparation of high quality meals in accordance with company standards, menu specifications and production schedules set forth by the Executive Chef. The employee may direct the work of other kitchen staff, delegating tasks and instructing them in the preparation/production of all meal periods. As directed by the Executive Chef, this position must follow standard operating procedures, kitchen systems including: preparation logs, inventories, product usage. The employee is responsible for maintaining and adhering to the health and food safety program at all times per state and federal regulation.

Requirements

Leadership, problem-solving, and basic computer skills
Ability to share knowledge and teach others to perform tasks
High level customer service
Effective communication with guests and team members
Able to follow instructions
Learn quickly
Pay attention to detail
Maintain composure when working under pressure
Demonstrates creativity
Knowledge and understanding of safe use and operation of production kitchen equipment
Knife skills, grill, broiler, sauté and Expediter skills
Garde manger experience
Speed in meal production while ensuring high quality food
Minimum 2 years’ grill experience
High school diploma and/or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

Experience leading and directing the work of others helpful
Experience with receiving orders and inventory control helpful
Culinary Arts education preferred
Serve-Safe Certification preferred
Allergy Awareness Training preferred

Responsibilities

Preparation of high quality meals in accordance with company standards, menu specifications and production schedules set forth by the Executive Chef.
May direct the work of other kitchen staff, delegating tasks and instructing them in the preparation/production of all meal periods.
Follow standard operating procedures, kitchen systems including: preparation logs, inventories, product usage.
Maintaining and adhering to the health and food safety program at all times per state and federal regulation.