Lead Cook - Oklahoma City, OK

Lead Cook - Oklahoma City, OK

SAGE Dining Services is seeking an experienced and passionate Lead Cook to join our culinary team at a private school in Oklahoma City.

Working in partnership with school leadership and our SAGE team, you will help deliver an exceptional dining experience focused on quality, creativity, and outstanding customer service. If you are passionate about scratch cooking, take pride in your craft, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 6 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Occasional weekends and evenings for catering events.

Pay Type:

$21.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Time Commitment:

Full Time

What you'll get:

Weekly pay. Benefits for full-time positions: Health/Life/STD/Vision/Dental/Accident/Hospital Care/Vacation/Holiday and Personal Days. 401(k) Matching program. Paid sick time. Ongoing daily paid training. Career growth opportunities. Uniforms and shoes provided. Generous referral program. Team Member meal. SAGE Perks Employee discount program for retailers, wireless plans, movie tickets, etc.

What you'll do:

• Ensure that all food is appropriately displayed and visually appealing.
• Interact cheerfully with SAGE guests and Team Members, providing service with a smile.
• Oversee the preparation of menu items in strict accordance with both SAGE recipes and HACCP guidelines.
• Clean all work areas, equipment, and guest service areas on an ongoing basis.
• Assist with inventory and ordering.
• Train, motivate, and oversee Cooks and culinary Team Members.
• Set a good example each day by being a role model and leader in the kitchen.

What you'll need:

• Culinary degree or equivalent culinary experience required.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Experience delegating tasks and following up with Team Members.
• Capacity to train and motivate others.
• ServSAFE certification preferred, but not required.
• Ability to understand and execute recipes and instructions in English accurately.