Lead Cook

Acts Retirement-Life Communities•Montgomery Township, PA

10d

About The Position

Enjoy being a cook, but tired of the late hours? We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate lead cook to join our culinary team! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more! Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Lead Cook position. As part of our onboarding experience, you'll advance your culinary career through our partnership with Rouxbe Online Culinary School. This seamless introduction includes a series of comprehensive courses that provide 9 transferable college credit hours upon completion, setting you up for long term success from day one! The ideal candidate for our organization serves a very important role in the success of our brand, culinary culture, vision, and future. Our Food Philosophy in our scratch kitchens is that “We are passionate about our food and want you to feel the same excitement and fun. Our menus feature fresh and healthy options alongside the more indulgent ones. We see our service as a journey incorporating seasonal trends, needs and wants." In this role, you will be responsible for preparing meals and following established recipes. Supports the kitchen staff and ensures the restaurants run smoothly through each meal service. Assists in the training and development of line cooks and prep staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of four years’ progressive responsibility in a full-service restaurant, catering, healthcare, country club/hotel, or cruise line environment
ServeSafe Certification (or willing to obtain within the three-month introductory period)
Experienced in all cooking stations and methods

Responsibilities

Preparing meals and following established recipes.
Supports the kitchen staff and ensures the restaurants run smoothly through each meal service.
Assists in the training and development of line cooks and prep staff.