Benefits:

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

We are seeking a highly skilled and dependable Lead Cook to join our catering kitchen team. This is a fast-paced production environment where consistency, efficiency, and strong culinary fundamentals matter. The right candidate brings deep food knowledge, excellent technique, and the ability to work quickly while maintaining high standards.

This role is ideal for a cook who enjoys early mornings, takes pride in craftsmanship, and can lead by example in a busy kitchen.

What You'll Do

Execute high-volume production while maintaining quality and consistency

Lead daily prep and production for catered events and delivery menus

Apply a wide range of cooking techniques including roasting, braising, sautéing, grilling, baking, and sauce work

Maintain organized prep lists and ensure production stays on schedule

Uphold food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards

Work closely with the culinary team to ensure smooth event execution

Maintain a clean, efficient, and professional kitchen environment

What We're Looking For

Strong professional cooking experience (catering or high-volume kitchen preferred)

Solid understanding of a wide variety of cooking techniques and cuisines

Deep knowledge of ingredients, flavor balance, and proper preparation methods

Highly productive and able to work quickly without sacrificing quality

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Dependable, positive attitude, and team-oriented mindset

Ability to work early mornings and weekends (Wednesday–Sunday schedule)

Schedule

Wednesday–Sunday

6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Overtime occasionally available during busy event periods

Why Join Us

Professional, team-driven kitchen

Consistent daytime schedule

Opportunity to work on diverse menus and events

Stable, growing catering company

If you are a skilled cook who takes pride in great food and getting the job done right, we'd love to hear from you.