Lead Line Cook

Lead Line Cook – My Sisters House, Atlanta, GA 30318 Position Type: Full Time • Salary: $20.00 – $21.00 per hour • Travel: None Schedule Full Time, Monday–Friday 5am–2pm, Alternate Weekends, Flexibility as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Preparation of menus and meals Supervising the work of line cooks to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner Implement and maintain an inventory for all items that need to be re‑ordered Re‑order kitchen needs/products when necessary in a timely and organized manner Ensure guests' special dietary needs are met Lead clients, temps, and/or volunteers serving in the kitchen Ensure that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment Prepare a wide variety of foods for 300+ people Follow a recipe and improvise when there is a shortage of ingredients Prepare components of each dish from our menu Adhere to serving portion sizes and basic meal prep procedures Set up and break down workstations to serve meals while adhering to a schedule Ensure that all food prep areas and all food storage areas meet required established standards Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and dining area as required by established standards Monitor product freshness and rotate dates using the FIFO method (First In, First Out) Qualifications Christ‑centered values: Humbly Serve: Strive to live, love, and lead like Jesus Faithfully Steward: Honor and wisely use the time, talent, and treasures that God has provided Courageously Innovate: Drive toward excellence, continuously learn, adapt, and improve Joyfully Celebrate: Intentionally appreciate and recognize all that God is doing through all stakeholders of Atlanta Mission Strength in Unity: Embrace God’s desire for oneness and kingdom‑focused unity Position Requirements 2+ years of food service or commercial kitchen operations experience required Previous leadership or supervisory experience within dining services or food service environments preferred Experience with batch cooking and high‑volume meal preparation in a commercial kitchen setting Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking, boiling, roasting, and food preparation techniques Strong understanding of food preparation, sanitation, food storage, and kitchen safety procedures Ability to maintain operational readiness through organization, meal prep execution, station stocking, cleanliness, and kitchen flow management Comfortable working within a fast‑paced kitchen environment while collaborating effectively with a team Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also leading and supporting team operations Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills Ability to speak effectively before groups of volunteers, clients, and staff Flexible with menus and meal preparation and able to problem‑solve when ingredients, equipment, or operational needs shift Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt to changing kitchen demands Knowledge of proper food handling, labeling, temperature monitoring, and product rotation practices Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and service‑ready kitchen environment at all times Certification or License Requirements ServSafe Certification strongly preferred Valid Driver’s License required Physical Job Requirements Remain in a stationary position for extended periods, including standing, walking, and moving throughout the kitchen for eight hours or more per day Occasionally lift, push, or carry up to 50 pounds Bend, stoop, reach, and safely work around hot surfaces, sharp equipment, and commercial kitchen machinery Work in fluctuating temperatures including hot kitchen and refrigerated storage environment What We Offer Employee Benefits: Retirement Savings with Matching Contribution Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Employer Paid Benefits: 3 Weeks Paid Time Off accrued during your first year 10 Paid Holidays 1 Mental Health Day per year Life Insurance Short‑Term Disability Travel Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Medical Concierge Spiritual & Professional Training & Development #J-18808-Ljbffr