Lead Cook

**Job Description**

The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities. The responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

**Job Responsibilities**

+ Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
+ Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
+ Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes
+ Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
+ Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling fo...