Shift Lead Cook

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

36d • $21 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for preparing and cooking food items in specific sections or stations within the kitchen and providing leadership to peers on a designated shift.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Culinary Arts preferred
• Line Cook or Related Experience 3-5 years required
• Leadership Experience 1-2 years required
• Advanced knowledge of various cooking methods, knife skills, seasoning, and flavor profiles.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety principles, including proper food handling, storage, temperature control, and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work efficiently, manage time effectively and lead peers during a designated shift.
• Strong communication skills for working in a team-oriented kitchen environment and ability to lead and mentor peers.
• Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting heavy objects and working with kitchen equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle high-pressure situations, and solve problems on the spot.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
• Take ownership of a specific station or section within the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, pantry, or pastry.
• Utilize a variety of cooking techniques, such as grilling, frying, baking, roasting, and sautéing, to prepare dishes.
• Assist in the execution of menu items, ensuring that dishes are prepared accurately, consistently, and with attention to detail.
• Follow proper food safety and sanitation practices to ensure a clean and hygienic working environment.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, notify supervisors of shortages, and assist in placing orders as needed.
• Keep workstations, equipment, and utensils clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Provide leadership to peers on a designated shift.

What This Job Offers

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