Lead/Dinner Cook Mitchell's Public House Holyoke, MA Job Details Full-time $20 - $22 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation ServSafe Organizational skills Sauce making techniques Manual handling Kitchen stations Full Job Description We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality meals. We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Lead / Lead Cook to maintain high food safety standards, and execute standout dishes. Position Overview The Kitchen Lead will work on the line and oversee daily kitchen operations. You will be responsible for food preparation, recipe execution, and ensuring all dishes meet our strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities Culinary Execution:

Actively work the line cooking and plating dishes according to established recipes. Assign daily duties and ensure the kitchen runs efficiently. Setting up your kitchen when you arrive - set up your stations

Quality & Safety Control:

Enforce strict health, safety, and sanitation standards (including ServSafe protocols). Monitor food temperatures, storage rotation, and portion control.

Inventory & Ordering:

Assist the Kitchen Manager with inventory, stocktaking, and placing food orders.

Prep Work:

Direct and assist with daily prep, (prepare prep lists) make daily specials and organizing the coolers! Daily cleaning - complete daily cleaning & daily side work lists !

Qualifications Experience:

2+ years of experience in a fast-paced professional kitchen, preferably in a lead line cook or supervisory role.

Skills:

Strong foundation in scratch cooking, sauce making, and understanding of standard cooking techniques.

Certifications:

ServSafe Certification is highly preferred.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Attributes:

Strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Pay-scale starts at $20 plus but is dependent on experience! This is a unique job opportunity to use your creativity! If this is you we'd love to have you join our team!

Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person