Lead Cook Full Time

Community First Solutions • Mason, OH

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About The Position

Prepare high-quality meals that nourish and support residents at two Mason senior living communities, helping create a restaurant-style dining experience. The Lead Cook is responsible for the organized, consistent, and timely execution of meals across multiple stations while maintaining standards for quality, presentation, and food safety. The role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen and coordinating with the Director of Culinary and Sous Chef to execute ticketed orders, keep the assigned station clean and well stocked, and contribute to a positive, resident-first dining experience.

Requirements

• Competent cooking skills and the ability to follow recipes.
• Interest in learning and ability to quickly grasp new knowledge.
• Ability to use ingredients in the correct proportions and follow food-preparation procedures precisely.
• Ability to garnish food according to the chef’s specified plating.
• Knowledge of food safety, safe food processing, and raw-food preservation.
• Patience and a love for cooking.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute meals consistently and on time across multiple kitchen stations.
• Execute ticketed orders in coordination with the Director of Culinary and Sous Chef.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and food-safety standards.
• Keep the assigned station clean and well stocked.
• Follow recipes and use ingredients in the correct proportions and preparation sequence.
• Garnish and plate food according to the chef’s specifications.
• Handle and preserve raw food using safe food-processing practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed