Lead Line Cook - Sign-On Bonus

Tioga Downs • Nichols, NY

1d • $0 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Bring your passion for food, leadership, and creativity to a kitchen where quality and teamwork come first. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Line Cook who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional dining experiences every shift. If you’re ready to lead by example, mentor a strong culinary team, and create dishes guests remember, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2–4 years of professional cooking experience
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, food safety, and ingredient preparation
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the line production team while ensuring quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met
• Prepare, season, finish, and plate menu items according to established recipes and specifications
• Execute soups, sauces, entrées, sides, and specialty dishes with attention to detail and minimal waste
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully sanitary kitchen in compliance with State Health Regulations
• Collaborate with chefs, cooks, dishwashers, servers, and other team members to keep operations running smoothly
• Assist with menu planning, prep coordination, and kitchen production as needed
• Help train, coach, and motivate line cooks to maintain a positive and high-performing kitchen culture
• Supervise line cooks during scheduled shifts
• Assign and direct daily kitchen tasks
• Support training and development of culinary team members
• Address operational challenges and help resolve team concerns professionally and efficiently

Benefits

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Employee daycare available 7 days a week from 7 AM–11 PM at discounted rates (subsidies may also be available)
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for full-time employees
• Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Employee discounts on hotels, restaurants, spa services, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED