Lead Cook - The Nolen Rooftop

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Bring your culinary leadership and creativity to The Nolen Rooftop as our Lead Cook. In this role, you will lead the kitchen operation while delivering high-quality food and memorable guest experiences through thoughtful menu development, strong culinary execution, and consistent standards.

The Lead Cook oversees all kitchen operations, including menu creation, food preparation, quality control, inventory management, and team leadership. This role will ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards while maintaining food safety, controlling costs, and supporting the unique rooftop dining experience that defines The Nolen.

This position may require flexible scheduling availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead all culinary operations for The Nolen Rooftop, ensuring food quality, consistency, and presentation meet the restaurant’s standards 
• Develop and execute seasonal menus that align with the rooftop concept and guest expectations 
• Ensure full compliance with local health, safety, and sanitation regulations 
• Oversee food purchasing, receiving, and inventory to maintain proper stock levels while controlling costs 
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen team members to maintain a positive, professional, and high-performing culture 
• Maintain consistency in recipes, plating, and preparation standards across all menu items 
• Monitor food quality, portioning, and waste to support strong food cost management 
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly used, maintained, and cleaned according to operational standards 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times 
• Collaborate with hotel leadership and the Food & Beverage team to support events, specials, and rooftop programming 

Job Qualifications

• Proven culinary leadership experience in a restaurant, rooftop, or high-volume hospitality environment 
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and sanitation standards 
• Experience with menu development, food costing, and inventory management 
• Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen team while maintaining a positive culture 
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate and address operational challenges 
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality guest experiences 
• Working knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and food preparation techniques 
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The number of hours you will be scheduled to work during the week is variable and is based on guest occupancy, season, staffing and other factors. Island Hospitality is unable to guarantee a specific number of work hours per week.

Training

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

Team Member Wellness Program

Rewarding Benefits Package

• Healthcare including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• HSA & FSA plans available! 
• Dependent care FSA
• Identity Theft Protection Insurance Commuter benefits including transit & parking 
• Pet Insurance 
• PTO and Payroll Incentives for Annual Wellness Exams
• Employee Assistance Program Wellness Subscriptions including access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services 
• Paid Sick and Vacation Time
• Family Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan - IHM Matches 100% up to 3% of your salary and an extra 50% on the next 2% of your salary. 401(k) is fully vested upon the first contribution

Rewarding Hard Work

• Incentive based bonus program
• Free room nights at our hotels and employee discounts within your hotel brand 
• Discounts for friends and family within your hotel brand 
• Team Member recognition and bonus 
• Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work 
• Career Growth through our in-house training program with a path personalized to your desired goals 
• Referral bonus program to ANY of our locations

Equal Opportunity Employer

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