Lead Cook

Perkins•Chaska, MN

About The Position

The Lead Cook oversees day-to-day kitchen operations and follows an established production schedule. The role also performs duties to maximize guest satisfaction and maintain a quality work environment, as directed by the Manager on Duty.

Requirements

Basic sanitation, safety, and customer service skills, taught through in-house training.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
High level of mobility and flexibility.
Ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times.
High level of coordination.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
Ability to fit through an opening 30 inches wide.
Ability to frequently reach, bend, push, and pull.
Ability to stand and walk continually.

Responsibilities

Report to work well groomed and in a clean, proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
Maintain food and equipment inventories.
Use, maintain, and clean kitchen line equipment, preparation areas, and storage areas.
Stock and rotate products on the cooking line.
Use knowledge of cooking stations, menu items, and preparation procedures to ensure correct portions, quality, cooking times, and performance standards.
Cook and prepare menu items according to guest requests, company standards, and food safety and sanitation procedures.
Monitor food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
Ensure food safety regulations are followed.
Anticipate, identify, and correct system breakdowns to achieve guest satisfaction.
Communicate with the Manager on Duty and coworkers about product or service deficiencies, equipment issues, and safety problems.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement
401(k) with company match
Competitive salary and pay
Employee discounts and meal discounts
Flexible schedule
Educational assistance with DeVry University, including a complimentary laptop; immediate family members are also eligible
Service Award Incentive
Daily Pay
Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
Employee Discount Program
Development Pathway for career growth
Three college credit hours for completing manager training
All-you-can-eat pancakes