Lead Cook $21/hr Weekly Pay in Locust Grove Area

$43,680 - $43,680/Yr

SAGE Dining Services - Locust Grove, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Locust Grove, GA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

SAGE Dining Services® is seeking reliable Lead Cooks for a private school dining hall in Locust Grove, GA. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to work in a mission-based company that values culinary excellence and community engagement. The Lead Cook will oversee food preparation, ensure quality presentation, and lead a team in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 SAGE recipes.
• Use proper food handling, storage, and sanitation techniques always (HACCP).
• Clean all work areas, equipment, and guest service areas on an ongoing basis.
• Assist with the inventory of food products and developing order sheets.
• 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.
• Adapt to additional duties as assigned by management.
• Endure exposure to extreme temperatures; intense heat and freezing cold.

Requirements

• Culinary knowledge and cooking experience required.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Experience delegating tasks and following up with Team Members.
• Capacity to train and motivate others.

Nice-to-haves

• Culinary degree preferred, but not required.
• ServSAFE® certification preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Uniforms, masks and shoes provided.
• Ongoing training.
• Career growth opportunities.