Job Summary

We are a private Club serving three meals a day. This is the perfect job for someone who wants to be off for the summer. The Club is closed from Memorial Day to Labor Day and again for the month of January.

The Lead Cook oversees kitchen staff when the Chef is not present, ensuring smooth food production, quality, and sanitation by directing cooks, training new hires, managing prep, and maintaining standards, while also performing hands-on cooking, inventory checks, and acting as a shift supervisor and resource for the team. You will also assist the Chef with menu development.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the culinary team to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure quality, presentation, and consistency.
Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, proper food handling procedures, and sanitation regulations.
Coordinate catering events and special meal services with attention to detail and customer satisfaction.
Train staff on kitchen operations, knife skills, food industry best practices, and serving techniques.
Monitor inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and manage kitchen equipment maintenance.
Foster a positive team environment that emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional food service.
Assist the Executive Chef as needed.

Qualifications

Proven experience in culinary roles within hospitality settings.
Strong background in menu planning, food preparation, cooking, and food handling techniques.
Knowledge of food safety protocols, sanitation standards, and kitchen safety practices. Serve Safe Certificate is a plus.
Excellent knife skills and proficiency in meal preparation for diverse dietary needs.
Ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining high standards of food quality and service.
Experience with catering events or large-scale food service operations is a plus. Join us as a Lead Cook to make a meaningful impact through culinary excellence! Your expertise will help create nourishing meals that delight residents while fostering a dynamic team environment built on passion for food industry standards and exceptional service delivery.

The Ivy Club

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