Lead Cook
DNATA US Inflight Catering•Brisbane, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Cook Lead is responsible for overseeing daily food production activities while actively participating in cooking and preparation. This role ensures meals are produced efficiently, consistently, and in compliance with all food safety and quality standards. The Cook Lead provides guidance to kitchen staff, supports production planning, and ensures adherence to airline specifications, recipes, and timelines in a high-volume environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience in high-volume food production
- Previous experience in a lead, senior cook, or supervisory capacity preferred
- Valid Food Handler’s Certificate or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards
- Experience with menu execution and production planning
- Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and manage a heavy workload
- Flexibility to work nights, days, weekends, and holidays
- Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Lead and support daily kitchen operations, ensuring production targets and timelines are met
- Prepare and produce high-volume meals according to established menus and standardized recipes
- Delegate tasks and provide direction to cooks and kitchen staff during shifts
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion consistency to meet airline specifications
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and all food safety and sanitation standards
- Conduct routine checks on food handling, storage, and labeling practices
- Assist in training and onboarding new kitchen team members
- Monitor inventory usage and minimize waste through proper planning and portion control
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the kitchen
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Healthcare benefits including Free Medical, Dental & Vision
- Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
