Lead Cook

222 Union Street
New Bedford , MA 02740

ABOUT US

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Lead Cook Overview:

The Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all culinary operations within the hotel's kitchen, with a focus on both a la carte service and large banquet functions. This position plays a key leadership role within the culinary team, ensuring consistent food quality, operational efficiency, and excellent guest satisfaction. Ordering, preparing inventory and any food preparation needed will also fall to the Lead Cook. Must have a working knowledge of food sanitation, nutrition, and allergies cross contamination.

Responsibilities include :

• Manage and direct daily kitchen operations, including line service and banquet production.

• Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and presentation to ensure creativity and consistency.

• Lead, train, and support the culinary team, including recruiting and onboarding new team members.

• Monitor inventory levels, place product orders, and maintain accurate food and supply inventories.

• Prepare and execute food for large parties, banquets, and events as well as daily a la carte service.

• Collaborate with the sales and events teams to coordinate banquet menus and service execution.

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment at all times.

• Forecast labor and food costs to assist with scheduling and budgeting.

• Uphold and enforce all guest service standards and hotel policies.

• Ensuring quality, consistency and creativity are at the highest level while maximizing the operation's personnel and resources.

• The production and execution of banquets with emphasis on quality

• Inventory and cost controls

• Adherence to all food handling and sanitation standards

• Must be able to pass a background check

Job Requirements:

If you are interested in kickstarting your career in the hotel industry and have the following skills, we would love to speak with you:

• A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills .

• P leasant and friendly demeanor.

• Able to work as a team and independently.

• Flexible working hours.

• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.

• Physical mobility and stamina.

• Must be able to pass a background check

• Ability to follow instructions.

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire !

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and p art-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage . Everyones needs a re different and there is something for everyone with numerous s upplemental i nsurance s to choose from .

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment . We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates . If you stick with us for five years or more , enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

On Demand Pay- Why wait for pay day get your pay when you need it 24/7.

Pet Insurance- We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k Plan- Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel D iscounts- Its one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for Crew s- All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com

EOE/M/F/D/V