SAGE Dining Services® is seeking a passionate Lead Cook to join our team at a private school in Albuquerque, New Mexico. If you love creating great food, working with a supportive team, and making a difference in your community, we'd love to meet you. Enjoy a beautiful campus setting, a schedule that follows the school calendar, weekends and most holidays off, and shifts that typically end before 3:00 PM. Plus, enjoy a complimentary lunch each day!
In this role, you'll prepare high-quality meals, support catering events, and work alongside a talented team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Strong cooking skills, time management, and a commitment to food safety and allergen awareness are essential.
Join a team that values excellence, teamwork, and work-life balance while growing your culinary career.
Schedule:
Pay Type:
$18.50 - $20.50 Hourly
Time Commitment:
Full Time
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.
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.
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.