Lead Line Cook

Lead Line Cook

BURGERHEAD - West Village

353 6th Avenue, New York, NY Full Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00) Expires: Oct 1, 2026

Required Years of Experience: 2 years

Job Description:

The BURGERHEAD Lead Line Cook will be responsible for prep and execution of menu items during service, carrying out menu items as set by ownership for our quick service concept that is built around chargrilled burgers, milkshakes, and various sides. This person will be responsible for replicating dishes with precision and quality that meet our BURGERHEAD company standards. Tasked with mastering the stations, you will also be accountable for cleanliness, food and equipment safety knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Execute menu items from start to finish. This includes but is not limited to preparation of ingredients, butchery of proteins, cooking and plating of menu items.
• Participating in the preparation of menu and prep items.
• Hone your existing skills while learning new techniques and building your skill set.
• Working collaboratively with BOH staff and FOH staff.
• Maintaining cleanliness of any BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
• Participate in deep cleaning of BOH work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
• As a team, handle dishwashing and sanitizing of all equipment and smallware items.
• Support other team members and foster a positive work environment.

Required Qualifications:

• NYC / DOH Food handlers Certificate.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a culinary position in a high volume establishment and/or experience in a quick service restaurant (QSR).
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills.
• General knife handling, food safety & sanitation knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and high energy environment.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication.
• Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team.
• Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a Line Cook or similar role in a high volume establishment/QSR with minimum consecutive tenure of one year.
• Proven ability to successfully work each station.
• Ability to successfully train new Line Cooks on each station.
• A proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

BURGERHEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

Compensation Details: Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00)

Required Skills: Food Handler Certificate, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Adaptability, Time Management, Problem Solving, Stress Management, Customer Service Orientation