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Lead Line Cook
The Avenue · Baltimore
Work typeFull Time
Pay · estimate~$17 – $22/hrMarket rate · not set by employer
PostedNov 13, 2026
LevelSenior
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Contact me directly @ 2405505214 If interested Position Summary The Lead Line Cook is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen production and helping ensure the kitchen operates…
📋 About the job
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TeamKitchen / Back of House
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Reports toExecutive Chef / Kitchen Manager / General Manager
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Job typeFull-Time
💼Position: Lead Line Cook
Contact me directly @ 2405505214 If interested
🏢Position Summary
The Lead Line Cook is responsible for overseeing daily kitchen production and helping ensure the kitchen operates efficiently, consistently, and professionally. This individual leads by example, supports and directs other line cooks, maintains food quality and presentation standards, and ensures that all food is prepared according to established recipes and procedures.
The Lead Line Cook must be hands-on, organized, dependable, and capable of maintaining control of the kitchen during busy service periods. This position requires strong cooking skills, leadership abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to hold team members accountable.
🔹Primary Job Responsibilities
Kitchen Operations
🔹Oversee daily kitchen preparation and line setup.
🔹Ensure all stations are properly stocked and ready before service.
🔹Monitor food preparation, cooking times, and plating standards.
🔹Ensure all dishes are prepared according to recipes and portion requirements.
🔹Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
🔹Keep kitchen operations moving efficiently during busy periods.
🔹Assist with cooking and food preparation as needed.
Leadership and Team Management
🔹Lead and direct line cooks during daily operations.
🔹Assign station responsibilities and communicate daily priorities.
🔹Ensure cooks are completing their assigned responsibilities.
🔹Train new kitchen employees on recipes, procedures, and expectations.
🔹Address performance issues and report ongoing concerns to management.
🔹Set a positive example through professionalism, punctuality, and teamwork.
🔹Help maintain a respectful and productive kitchen environment.
Food Safety and Cleanliness
🔹Enforce proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
🔹Monitor food temperatures and ensure proper storage.
🔹Ensure proper labeling and dating of food products.
🔹Maintain clean workstations, equipment, and food preparation areas.
🔹Ensure employees follow health department regulations.
🔹Monitor cleaning schedules and ensure side work is completed.
Inventory and Food Cost Control
🔹Monitor food levels and communicate shortages to management.
🔹Assist with inventory counts and product organization.