Lead Line Cook-Bayshore

Tampa, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.00 - $24.00

Benefits

competitive pay

Opportunities for advancement

Employee meal discounts

Collaborative team environment

Training and Development

Job Description

Our company is a dynamic and fast-paced culinary establishment dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of food quality and service, embracing innovation while respecting classic culinary traditions. Our team is composed of passionate professionals committed to excellence, continuous learning, and creating a collaborative work environment. As part of our commitment to growth and quality, we are currently looking to expand our kitchen leadership with a dedicated Lead Line Cook. This opportunity provides a rewarding pathway for culinary professionals who aspire to develop their skills and advance toward a Sous Chef role.

The Lead Line Cook plays a pivotal role in our kitchen by preparing food in strict adherence to the Executive Chef’s specifications. This role requires comprehensive knowledge across all food stations, including the ability to manage the Expo station efficiently. The Lead Line Cook will be responsible for setting up and stocking food stations, prepping ingredients, executing menu items with precision, and ensuring all dishes meet our quality and presentation standards. This position demands a high level of multitasking ability in a high-volume kitchen environment, where maintaining speed, quality, and consistency is crucial.

Beyond cooking, the Lead Line Cook is instrumental in maintaining kitchen organization and sanitation practices, including handling leftover food responsibly and adhering to all nutritional and sanitation regulations. This role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $20 to $24, reflecting the importance and expertise required to succeed. Candidates will have the chance to build their culinary expertise further while gaining leadership experience, which prepares them for future advancement within our kitchen hierarchy, notably toward a Sous Chef position. If you have a strong passion for cooking, a solid culinary background, and the desire to excel in a fast-paced environment, this role is an excellent opportunity to grow with us and contribute to a top-tier culinary team.

Job Requirements

Minimum of 3 years culinary experience
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required
Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years culinary experience
Strong grasp on various cooking methods, food items, equipment
Clear understanding of menu items
Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients
Basic math and written communication skills
Food handler's card may be required according to local and or state regulations
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
2 or 4 year culinary degree preferred, but not required

Job Duties

Ability to work all stations
Ability to work Expo
Trained to open and close the kitchen
Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies
Prep all needed food items for service
Execute menu items according to specifications and standards
Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality
Clean up station and take care of any leftover or bad food according to the chef
Stock inventory of stations
Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept