Lead Cook
Westerville, OH · On-site
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the ... Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of meals and snacks according to approved menus and ...
Lead Cook
Westerville, OH · On-site
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the ... Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of meals and snacks according to approved menus and ...
Lead Cook
Westerville, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the ... Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of meals and snacks according to approved menus and ...
Lead Cook
Westerville, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the ... Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of meals and snacks according to approved menus and ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18 - $23/hr
Lead Cook @ OSU - Stadium Pay Range : $18.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this ... Helps maintain organized storage of dry goods and refrigerated and frozen products. * Follows HACCP ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Cook - Honda R&D
Raymond, OH · On-site
$19.50 - $21/hr
The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in ...
Lead Pre K-8 Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19.37 - $21.45/hr
Lead Pre K-8 Cook Time Schedule: M-F, 10 Months Hours: 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Salary Rate or Ratio ... Prepares the food service daily report or equivalent and completes production records daily
Lead Pre K-8 Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19.37 - $21.45/hr
Lead Pre K-8 Cook Time Schedule: M-F, 10 Months Hours: 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Salary Rate or Ratio ... Prepares the food service daily report or equivalent and completes production records daily
Lead Pre K-8 Cook
$19.37 - $21.45/hr
Lead Pre K-8 Cook Time Schedule: M-F, 10 Months Hours: 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Salary Rate or Ratio ... Prepares the food service daily report or equivalent and completes production records daily
Lead Pre K-8 Cook
$19.37 - $21.45/hr
Lead Pre K-8 Cook Time Schedule: M-F, 10 Months Hours: 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Salary Rate or Ratio ... Prepares the food service daily report or equivalent and completes production records daily
Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18.54/hr
Prepares and cooks adequate amount of foods, per Daily Food Production Record. * Follows the daily ... to the Lead Cook. * Assists and participates in at least one collaborative nutrition related ...
Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$18.54/hr
Prepares and cooks adequate amount of foods, per Daily Food Production Record. * Follows the daily ... to the Lead Cook. * Assists and participates in at least one collaborative nutrition related ...
Cook
$13.50 - $18/hr
... Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services CoordinatorYou help create an enjoyable dining experience while ensuring safety and compliance.Cook - Prepare Meals That Bring Residents ...
Cook
$13.50 - $18/hr
... Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services CoordinatorYou help create an enjoyable dining experience while ensuring safety and compliance.Cook - Prepare Meals That Bring Residents ...
Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. • Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. • Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. · Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
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Culinary Lead (Sur La Table)
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. · Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with ... products to proper specifications * Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with ... products to proper specifications * Keep workstation, coolers, and equipment clean, organized ...
Culinary Lead, FT (Sur La Table)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. • Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
Culinary Lead, FT (Sur La Table)
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $21.25/hr
... products, actively engaging in available training, and independently seeking out additional resources. • Ensures an outstanding cooking class experience in every session by following provided ...
Lead Production Cook information
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$12.98 - $14.99
3% of jobs
$14.99 - $17
13% of jobs
$17.95 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17 - $19.01
20% of jobs
The median wage is $20.58 / hr.
$19.01 - $21.02
19% of jobs
$21.02 - $23.03
15% of jobs
$24.04 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.03 - $25.04
13% of jobs
$25.04 - $27.05
7% of jobs
$27.05 - $29.06
5% of jobs
$29.06 - $31.08
3% of jobs
$31.08 - $33.09
2% of jobs
$33.09 - $35.10
1% of jobs
$12
$22
$35
How much do lead production cook jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead production cook in the United States is $22.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What cities are hiring for Lead Production Cook jobs?
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$16.50 - $21.25/hr
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
Job description
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
JOB TITLE: Lead Cook
REPORTS TO: Dietary Manager
DEPARTMENT: Dietary
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
OVERVIEW:
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the preparation and service of nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and guests. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations, dietary requirements, sanitation standards, and company policies while providing leadership and guidance to dietary staff. Lead Cook supports Oak Grove Recovery's mission by delivering exceptional food service and maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized kitchen environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical Requirements
Working Conditions
The Lead Cook works primarily in a commercial kitchen environment and may be exposed to heat, steam, cleaning chemicals, sharp objects, and varying temperatures. Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required based on operational needs.
Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
-not applicable-
Position
Lead Cook
Division
Oak Grove Recovery
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Location
PCMH
About the Organization
Healing with Dignity, Recovery with Purpose.
Oak Grove Recovery proudly serves the Columbus, Ohio, community by providing compassionate, judgment-free addiction treatment. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support each individual on their healing journey, offering care rooted in dignity, purpose, and unwavering respect.
This position is currently accepting applications.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
JOB TITLE: Lead Cook
REPORTS TO: Dietary Manager
DEPARTMENT: Dietary
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
OVERVIEW:
Lead Cook is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring the preparation and service of nutritious, high-quality meals for patients, staff, and guests. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations, dietary requirements, sanitation standards, and company policies while providing leadership and guidance to dietary staff. Lead Cook supports Oak Grove Recovery's mission by delivering exceptional food service and maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized kitchen environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of meals and snacks according to approved menus and dietary requirements.
- Supervise and coordinate daily kitchen operations to ensure timely and efficient meal preparation and service.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Monitor food quality, taste, presentation, portion control, and consistency.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
- Order, receive, store, and manage food products and supplies while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
- Conduct routine inspections of food preparation, storage, and service areas.
- Train, mentor, and support dietary staff in food preparation techniques, sanitation practices, and workplace expectations.
- Develop and maintain production schedules to meet meal service deadlines.
- Collaborate with leadership and clinical staff regarding dietary restrictions, food allergies, special diets, and patient preferences.
- Ensure proper operation, cleaning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Monitor food and labor costs and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost control.
- Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding, coaching, and evaluating dietary personnel as assigned.
- Address and resolve concerns related to food services from patients, staff, and visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintain required documentation, including food temperatures, sanitation logs, inventory records, and inspection reports.
- Participate in emergency preparedness activities and facility response procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Culinary training, food service certification, or related education preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of commercial food service or institutional cooking experience required.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
- Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, residential treatment, or hospitality environments preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques, sanitation standards, and kitchen operations.
- Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions, food allergies, and nutritional requirements preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.
- Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
Working Conditions
The Lead Cook works primarily in a commercial kitchen environment and may be exposed to heat, steam, cleaning chemicals, sharp objects, and varying temperatures. Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required based on operational needs.
Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
-not applicable-
Position
Lead Cook
Division
Oak Grove Recovery
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Location
PCMH
About the Organization
Healing with Dignity, Recovery with Purpose.
Oak Grove Recovery proudly serves the Columbus, Ohio, community by providing compassionate, judgment-free addiction treatment. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support each individual on their healing journey, offering care rooted in dignity, purpose, and unwavering respect.
This position is currently accepting applications.