C: Ellet's Steakhouse: Lead Cook

Lead Cook at C. Ellet's SteakhouseWe are looking for Lead Cooks to join the culinary brigade at our steakhouse. Our Lead Cooks make $20-26 per hour based on experience. At C. Ellet's we pride ourselves in being the premier dining experience of The Battery, offering top tier steaks, incredible seafood, and delicious craft cocktails.C. Ellet's pays homage to the great American steakhouses and Chef Hopkins' time spent cooking in New Orleans. From fast-paced game days to relaxed private dining experiences, C. Ellet's is a convivial place for all to gather and celebrate.What is the Job?As a lead cook, you will work closely with the back of house team to ensure the consistency and deliciousness of all menu items, following our carefully tailored recipes each and every time. You will assist in setting up and maintaining stations, preparing food, and working in tandem with the rest of the culinary team. You will be responsible for ensuring food quality and timeliness, constantly communicating ticket times and inventory with your Chefs. Open availability to AM and PM shifts is essential.What are the responsibilities?Maintain a working knowledge of all recipes, steak temperatures, and production timesPreparing food for serviceSet up and maintain a clean, organized station according to brand standardsCompliance with sanitation regulations and safety standardsWork as a team player, helping your fellow team with guest interactions and bar duties to contribute to a positive working environmentAble to prioritize multiple tasks and openly communicate with your manager and fellow service team about next stepsConsistent adherence to the uniform policyReports for duty on time and manages one's shift, communicating with the management team when leaving their station for breaks or family mealOur ideal Lead Cook...Is ready to take the next step in the culinary brigadeCan not only work their station, but can work every station. The Lead Line Cook should be able to guide and support other cooks in running their stations, acting as an ally to their Sous Chefs and Executive ChefHas a passion for food with a willingness to continue educationHas a kind, friendly, and welcoming attitude with a desire to serve others and provide memorable hospitalityWorks constructively with their teammates, celebrating one another and lending a helping handPossesses excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, manage time and prioritizeDemonstrates our core values of integrity, passion, respect, and curiosityWhat are the requirements?Must be 18 years of age or older4+ year(s) of culinary experienceFood safety knowledgeAdvanced knife skillsAble to move and/or lift heavier product of up to 50 poundsAble to stand for long periods of time; occasionally kneel, bend, and crouch as required to reach items at varying height levelsAble to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and effectivelyWe offer:Competitive pay based on experience with performance-based raises and promotionsMedical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability for eligible full-time employees25% discount at all Hopkins and Company restaurants and 10% discount at all Hopkins and Company retail shopsOngoing training and education opportunitiesDaily family mealEmployee referral bonus