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SAGE Dining Services
On Call Lead Cook
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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$37,488 / year median in New Jersey
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Cook. Travel. Make events unforgettable. Your schedule, your gig!
Your Main Jobs:
Help plan and prepare food for catered events Cook and plate meals that look and taste amazing Support the Executive Chef and General Manager Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly Travel to different schools and event sites as needed Prepare from-scratch restaurant-quality dinnersPay Type:
$25.00Hourly Time Commitment:
On Call What you'll get: Weekly pay.Benefits for full-time positions:
Health/Life/STD/Vision/Dental/Accident/Hospital Care/Vacation/Holiday and Personal Days. 401(k) Matching program. Paid sick time. Ongoing daily paid training. Career growth opportunities. Uniforms and shoes provided. Generous referral program. Team Member meal. SAGE Perks Employee discount program for retailers, wireless plans, movie tickets, etc. What you'll do: Ensure that all food is appropriately displayed and visually appealing. Interact cheerfully with SAGE guests and Team Members, providing service with a smile. Oversee the preparation of menu items in strict accordance with both SAGE recipes and HACCP guidelines. Clean all work areas, equipment, and guest service areas on an ongoing basis. Assist with inventory and ordering. Train, motivate, and oversee Cooks and culinary Team Members. Set a good example each day by being a role model and leader in the kitchen. What you'll need: Culinary degree or equivalent culinary experience required. Strong organizational skills required. Experience delegating tasks and following up with Team Members. Capacity to train and motivate others. ServSAFE® certification preferred, but not required. Ability to understand and execute recipes and instructions in English accurately. About SAGE At SAGE, you'll find a collaborative environment where passionate people come together to create great food and feed the future. Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow. More than 60% of our Managers are promoted from within, and, with venues nationwide, you'll have the flexibility to explore new roles and locations as your career develops. If you're excited about food, teamwork, and making an impact, this is the place for you. Full-time hourly-paid Team Members enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options; company-paid short-term disability; company-paid life insurance; supplemental life insurance; a 401(k) with company match; a discount buying program; an employee assistance program; paid holidays and personal days; and benefits through the SAGE Foundation, including access to apply for academic scholarships for dependents and disaster assistance. Long-term disability is available for management Team Members. All Team Members accrue sick time, and full-time Team Members accrue vacation time.GROW. CREATE. COLLABORATE.
Learn more at sagedining.com or connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and X. This job advertisement should not be misconstrued as an offer of employment or a comprehensive listing of position responsibilities/expectations. Equal opportunity employer. If you're a candidate living in California or applying for a position in California, please visit sagedining.com/blog/post/156768/california-consumer-privacy-notice-to-california-employees-and-job-applicants for information regarding SAGE's California privacy practices.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- 401(k) Plans