Company description

**Company Description: Boy Blue**  

Boy Blue was founded during the pandemic by two seasoned hospitality professionals who saw an opportunity to evolve the industry. With their extensive background in food service, they pivoted toward wholesale pasta production and prepared foods,, creating a new avenue to bring quality meals to a wider audience. Focused on craftsmanship and high standards, Boy Blue has quickly become a trusted name in pasta production, delivering authentic, delicious products for both wholesale and prepared foods. This next evolution continues to expand the brand's reach while maintaining its commitment to quality and innovation.

Job description

**Job Title:** Lead Cook  
 

**Job Summary:**  
As a Lead Cook at Cook Unity, you will play a key role in preparing high-quality meals in accordance with company standards and guidelines. You will be responsible for ensuring that a designated number of dishes are prepared and presented daily to meet production goals. Additionally, you will oversee kitchen operations, collaborate with ownership, and maintain a clean, organized workspace. Success in this role comes with the opportunity for bonus potential, based on overall sales performance.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Prepare a specified number of dishes per day according to set quality standards and recipes.
- Ensure the consistency, quality, and presentation of all meals produced.
- Supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Assist in menu development and contribute creative ideas for new dishes.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and work areas.
- Ensure food safety protocols and health standards are strictly followed.
- Track daily production and communicate with management to ensure production targets are met.
- Act as a point of contact for kitchen staff regarding questions on recipes, techniques, or procedures.
- Support a positive team environment through strong leadership and open communication.

**Bonus Opportunities:**
- Achieve bonus potential based on company performance
- Contribute to increased sales through the consistent production of high-quality dishes that align with customer expectations.

**Qualifications:**
- Proven experience as a cook or lead cook in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary skills.
- Ability to manage kitchen operations and lead a team effectively.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality food standards.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet daily production targets.
- Familiarity with kitchen safety and sanitation regulations.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing menus and production demands.

**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Culinary school degree or relevant certification.
- Previous experience in a similar role with a focus on meal production for delivery or large-scale operations.

**Physical Requirements:**
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks associated with food preparation (lifting, bending, etc.)
  
If you are passionate about cooking and enjoy leading a team to deliver outstanding dishes daily, apply to be our lead cook!

 

Must be authorized to work in USA.

 

Food safety certification not a requirement, but good to have.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

November 06, 2024