Lead Cook

Lead Line Cook (Full-Time) | Smith TowerThe Lead Line Cook supports the culinary team by leading day-to-day food preparation and ensuring consistent, high-quality dishes that align with Columbia Hospitality's culinary standards. This role assists with training and guidance of line cooks, oversees kitchen organization, and ensures compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements while actively participating in cooking and service.
Essential Duties &

Responsibilities:
Utilizes specification sheets to prepare daily preparation requirements and maintains par levels of necessary itemsPrepares new menu items under the direction of the Sous ChefEnsures attractive and consistent presentation of food items, both buffet and platedInteracts with and provides direction to line cooks to monitor quality, presentation, and consistencyHandles all guest and banquet needs, accommodating special requests in a timely mannerSets up, re-stocks, maintains, and cleans food preparation areasEnsures presentation standards are met for all hot and cold itemsReads and interprets recipes accuratelyConducts product inventories, ordering, and receiving of product as directedMaintains team grooming and uniform standardsEnsures team adherence to sanitation and safe food-handling standardsOversees and executes all opening and closing kitchen proceduresPerforms other related duties and special projects as assigned by management to support departmental and organizational goals.
All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and without discrimination.
What You Bring:5+ years in industry, at least two years as a leadAble to cook proteins to pre-determined temperaturesAbility to cook and direct a banquet up to 100 with a help of a small teamNecessary State Food Handler's License(s)Ability to read and comprehend simple instruction, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to other employees of the organizationWorking knowledge of all mother and minor saucesWorking knowledge of proper butchering techniquesKnowledge of specialized equipment: Mastering of slicer, Robo-coup, Hobart, convection ovensMust possess knife skills, the ability to adjust preparations for flavor, and accommodate customer's needs in a timely mannerDon't meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the

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, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
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In 1914, Smith Tower became the first skyscraper in Seattle, and the tallest building west of the Mississippi River. More than 100 years later, a new Smith Tower visitor experience has reinvigorated this local icon to the delight of visitors and tenants alike. Visitors can now enjoy Smith Tower like they've never seen before. Today, it features an entirely new visitor experience including a ground-floor gathering place with gifts, souvenirs and treats, observational deck and bar where you can enjoy a locally inspired menu of shareable plates and classic cocktails. Smith Tower carries on its legacy of memory-making through leading tours that provide fascinating insight into the building's renowned past and legendary mysteries, hosting private events, and providing breathtaking views from every angle of the open-air Observatory.
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | RespectColumbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for th