Lead Cook

2 weeks ago

Santa Rosa, California, United States Jacksons Companies Full time $19 - $20

Come Join Our Awesome Team

PAY: Starting at $ $20.00 an Hour.

A Lead Cook at Aztec Grill (Redwood Market) drives the success of our food service program by preparing and serving high-quality food, ensuring consistency, and engaging customers with great service. The Lead Cook oversees grill operations, monitors food production and sales trends, and adjusts preparation levels as business volumes dictate to meet demand while maintaining freshness and quality.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Support training of team members in Aztec Grill operations and safety standards.
  • Provide courteous and professional customer service.
  • Prepare and serve food according to recipes and brand standards.
  • Maintain appropriate prep levels and adjust food production to meet demand.
  • Ensure proper sanitation, food handling, prep, storage, and disposal procedures.
  • Maintain and clean food service equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Monitor and log food temperatures and waste daily, ensuring compliance with food safety and hold times.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe grill and work environment.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • 1+ year experience as a cook, line cook, or kitchen lead.
  • Posses a
  • Experience training, mentoring, or supporting team members in food service operations.
  • Possess a valid California Food Handler Certificate or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.
  • Experience working in a convenience store or quick-service restaurant (QSR) setting a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills to balance prep, cooking, and service demands.
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills with a customer-first attitude.
  • Dependable and punctual, with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Perks and Benefits:

  • Access to same day pay
  • Profit sharing, rewarding you for your contributions (2x a year).
  • Take pride in preparing and serving fresh, high-quality food in a fun, team-oriented environment.
  • Enjoy great perks and discounts including $0.20 off per gallon of fuel and 15% off most in-store merchandise.
  • Full-time employees can enroll in medical, dental, and vision benefits within 60 days, plus 401(k) with company match.
  • Be recognized and valued as an important part of the Jacksons family of companies.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift to 40 lbs. frequently
  • Work safely in environments with varying temperatures, noise, fumes, and cleaning chemicals

Redwood Market by Jacksons values diversity and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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