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Lead Cook

Esther's Cajun Cafe & Soulfood

Job Description

Job Description

Esther’s 2.0 is Now Hiring! We are looking for a Head Chef/Lead Cook who will be in charge of creating delicious meals for our patrons.

Responsibilities: 

  • Daily Kitchen Supervision.
  • Prep Systems.
  • Training cooks.
  • Station organization.
  • Quality control when GM is not in the kitchen.
  • Direct Morning Prep and Batch Cooking.
  • Assign prep task to line and fry cooks.
  • Ensure core menu items are prepared on time and in the correct quantities.
  • Taste food regularly to confirm seasoning and quality.
  • Monitor prep levels and anticipate shortages.
  • Communicate needed items to management or ordering staff.
  • Ensure proper labeling, dating, and food rotation (FIFO).
  • Coordinate additional prep for private events.
  • Adjust batch quantities based on event size.
  • Ensure event food is prepared and held properly.


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