Lead Cook, Full-Time - Land's End Resort (Wage DOE & Benefits - Homer, AK)

NANA Management Services•Homer, AK

55d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Cook is responsible for preparing, producing, and presenting a variety of foods, completing production sheets, and performing other food service activities. The position supports Land’s End Resort, a 117-room hotel in Homer, Alaska, and may include supervisory responsibilities for other team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have or obtain a Municipality of Anchorage Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire.
Three years of documented lead cook experience.
Must be able to speak, understand, read, and write English.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of consecutive employment in a similar operation with comparable responsibilities.
ServSafe Certified Manager Certificate.

Responsibilities

Perform main-line food preparation and cooking production duties, with specific items determined by the assigned shift.
Review daily needs with assigned supervisors, complete production sheets, review maintenance reports, and verify supply needs and availability.
Assist supervisors with menu and recipe development.
Control the quantity and quality of food production and maintain sanitation in assigned areas.
Assist with supervising and training food service personnel when needed.
Arrange for kitchen helpers or assistants to prepare smaller items.
Verify and oversee food serving lines, areas, and bars to ensure they are stocked, set up, and cleaned properly.
Fill in for food service area positions as needed, using working knowledge of those positions.
Observe and instruct others on proper produce and dairy rotation procedures.
Maintain food production equipment and storage areas according to sanitation, safety, and operational procedures.
Assist other food service personnel as needed.
Perform other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success.