Position: Lead Cook
Department: Culinary/Kitchen
Hourly
Position Reports to: Sous Chef/Executive Chef
OTO Development is pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Lead Cook.
What will you be doing most days?
· Assist in planning and executing all functions of the Food and Beverage department
· Implement effective controls of food, beverage, and labor costs to ensure efficient operation and stay within budget limitations
· Answer guest questions about menu and preparation
· Modify processes for routing and meeting orders according to time and quality standards
· Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal laws/regulations
· Ensure safety of team members and cleanliness of facility and equipment
· Monitor the inventory of food, beverages, and supplies to ensure we are meeting par requirements in all areas
· Assist in conducting monthly inventories
· Ensure the kitchen is staffed appropriately, the kitchen is clean, inventory levels are appropriate, and equipment is working properly
· Comply with company and franchise standards of operation procedures, as well as those of all applicable regulatory agencies, and ensures on a daily basis that all products are prepared and presented in accordance with brand or company standards
· Have a customer service mindset and strive to provide the highest quality of guest care
What are the requirements for this position?
· You have a thorough knowledge and understanding of restaurant operations that encompasses food and beverage, restaurant and banquet service techniques, as well as, health and safety regulations
· You have the ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
· You must be able to create and promote a positive working environment among team members
· You must have the capacity to work under pressure and perform well under stressful situations
· You must also have a Food Handler and TIPS certification
· You have at least 3 years of food and beverage experience
Physical Requirements for this Position
This is a physically demanding position. You must be comfortable standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, and squatting for extended periods of time.
Travel Requirements
This position does not require travels.
About OTO
OTO Development (OTO) is a one of the fastest growing hotel management companies in the lodging industry. As an industry leader, OTO develops, owns, and operates award-winning select-service hotels in key markets across the U.S. with brand partners: Marriott, Hilton & Hyatt. For six years, OTO has ranked on INC. 5000's list of Fastest Growing Private Companies and in 2018 was certified as a high-trust, high-performance workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work Institute. We would love for you to join our team!

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