Lead Cook

Dean’s Professional Services is now hiring a qualified, patient-care-focused Lead Cook to work for a Healthcare Facility in Brazos Port/Lake Jackson, TX. 

We are on a mission to create care that’s more convenient and professional. With solutions that are value-based and patient-centered. To accomplish this, we are looking for individuals who share our sense of excellence and are ready to embrace new opportunities!

The Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the chain of food preparation work done by line cooks. They prepare soups, salads, and sauces, assist the head cook or chef in preparing entrées, and ensure that food health and safety regulations are followed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting in preparing meal ingredients, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables as well as marinating meats.
• Preparing soups, salads, and sauces as instructed by the head cook.
• Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the head cook.
• Supervising the work of line cooks to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Ensuring that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.
• Adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination.
• Assessing the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure that they meet restaurant standards.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Required
• 3+ years of strong Lead experience 
• Previous large hospitality experience – Required. 
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification 

Job Details:

• 6 am – 6 pm 
• $18-$20/hr Starting Based on Experience+ benefits
• Full benefits – healthcare, dental, vision, 401k program.
• Temp-to-Hire opportunity.
• Outpatient facility 

Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing solutions firm. Since 1993, DPS has placed over 45,000 professionals across the nation. We work with our clients to provide placement opportunities that match your skill, experience, and personality. For more information please visit www.deansprofessionalservices.com.