The Opportunity
We are currently looking for a Lead Cook to join our team at our oceanfront Hula Hula's restaurant.
As a Lead Cook, you will be responsible for producing high quality dishes in a quick and efficient manner. In addition, a Lead Cook provides leadership for Cooks to ensure that the kitchen line is running in an efficient manner.
Job Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of a Lead Cook include:
Preparing menu items according to standard
Maintaining a clean and organized work area
Ensuring that equipment in work area is clean and in proper working condition
Operating a variety of kitchen equipment
Stocking, dating, rotating and checking temperatures of product
Providing leadership and training to line cooks
Inspecting assigned areas and coordinating cleaning activities with kitchen management
Supervising the production of all food items
Ensuring the quality of food items
Job Requirements
The ideal Lead Cook candidate will have had a minimum of 2 years previous experience as a cook in a high-volume, three meal a day restaurant environment. The minimum qualifications for this position are:
Supervisory experience required
Demonstrated expert skill level on all cook stations
Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on coaching for success
Ability to oversee the daily operations of the kitchen in the absence of a Chef
Ability to speak with others using clear and professional language
Ability to listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees
Ability to stand, walk and move around during entire shift
Ability to handle, carry and/or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends
Must have a valid Certified Food Handlers Card or be capable of obtaining one
Previous experience working in a hotel restaurant, banquet operation, or similar kitchen
About Evolution Hospitality
Headquartered in Orange County, CA, Evolution Hospitality is one of the top privately-owned hotel management companies in the US. Evolution Hospitality has a well-defined vision, a strong sense of values and guiding principles, and a long-range, quality-minded approach to business. From unassuming beginnings with a single property, today Evolution Hospitality is recognized as a first-class operator of hotels.
We are proud to offer candidates a dynamic career, personal growth, a strong tradition of mutual trust, integrity and an opportunity to make an impact on the business. Simply put, it means that it feels a bit different to work here. We are universally driven by our fundamental values and beliefs. At Evolution Hospitality, all associates are selected and evaluated on two criteria equally: results and culture. Honesty and humility are equally important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. Superstars are those individuals that not only create value for the company but also genuinely embrace and live Evolution Hospitality's unique culture.
Are you ready to evolve? If you are interested in establishing a solid career and taking giant strides in personal growth, Evolution Hospitality is just the family you're looking for.
