LeO

Lead Cook

Kings County, NY, US

9 days ago
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Summary

Leo is hiring a lead Line Cook/Kitchen Manager who is looking to work with a small, dynamic, dedicated team. If you enjoy working with amazing products, sourdough pizza and natural wine, then this is the place for you! This leader must excel at working in a collaborative environment and enjoy time spent working with and coaching the culinary team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Mandatory Food Handlers Certificate That Meets Local Requirements

Highly developed sense of urgency

2+ years of progressive kitchen management experience

Strong leadership and communication skills

Driven to provide outstanding food and hospitality

Ability to maintain a good handle on food and labor costs

Proficient in firing pizza and dough making

Experience with various cooking styles and techniques

Able to stand for long periods of time, lift 50+ pounds, withstand both hot and cold working conditions, etc.

Communication skills - Spanish is a plus/English is mandatory

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Flexibility to work any station in the restaurant, takeout (prep, expo, colds, pasta, deck, slapping, oven and new stations as they are created)

Set the standards for safe work habits and DOH compliance, including but not limited to preparing the kitchen staff for a DOH inspection and managing the staff during inspection

Ability to do staff schedule and other administrative tasks as required

Help meet company objectives in sales, standards, quality, appearance of facility and sanitation and cleanliness through training of employees and creating a positive, productive working environment.

Maintain clear and consistent communication to the team

Develop hourly staff in all areas of professional development

Manage labor to cover the needs of business while meeting labor targets

Serve as a mentor to newer members of the culinary team

Position Immediately available

We are is an Equal Opportunity Employer and treats all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, political activity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.

do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers

More detail about Leo, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/274931-Leo

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