Dandan Noodle - Lead Cook
About The Position
HOW YOU WILL CREATE THE EXTRAORDINARY Work collaboratively with front‑of‑house staff to ensure a positive guest experience and consistent food quality. Prepare, cook, and execute recipes accurately across all kitchens. Create new, innovative, and imaginative dishes as needed. React quickly and resolve issues in the absence of the Sous Chef. Provide support, foster teamwork, and conduct business professionally at all times. Regularly inspect all food stations to ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with standards. Supervise kitchen employees during shifts when the Sous Chef is not present to ensure smooth operations. Assist in covering vacancies within line‑level culinary positions as needed.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Proficient in English, verbal and written
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen environment
- Strong culinary knowledge and ability to execute recipes accurately
- Flexible to work various shifts, outlets, weekends, and holidays
- Prior culinary experience required
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and twist for extended periods
- Ability to work with hot equipment, sharp tools, and kitchen chemicals safely
- Ability to work in a smoking environment
- Must be able to work in high‑heat areas for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- leadership experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with front‑of‑house staff to ensure a positive guest experience and consistent food quality.
- Prepare, cook, and execute recipes accurately across all kitchens.
- Create new, innovative, and imaginative dishes as needed.
- React quickly and resolve issues in the absence of the Sous Chef.
- Provide support, foster teamwork, and conduct business professionally at all times.
- Regularly inspect all food stations to ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with standards.
- Supervise kitchen employees during shifts when the Sous Chef is not present to ensure smooth operations.
- Assist in covering vacancies within line‑level culinary positions as needed.
- Assist with administrative duties including ordering, receiving, prep lists, and par levels
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
