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K12Posted 2 months ago

Lead Cook (8123)

$37,440–$39,520 year

On-siteSaint Leo, Florida, United States

Full TimeSenior Level

Job Summary

Lead Cook / Cook Supervisor in a higher education school setting responsible for executing daily/weekly menus to Genuine recipes, leading a team of cooks, managing daily prep, and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards. Requires 3+ years of culinary experience and 1+ year of management, with willingness to learn USDA NSLP compliance. Must be able to work in a school environment, lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs, and maintain punctuality; benefits include health/retirement, PTO, 401K, and performance-based bonuses. Core values emphasize integrity, accountability, people-first hospitality, and transparency.

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ year of line cook or culinary experience
  • 1+ year of management experience
  • Willingness to learn the USDA National School Lunch Program compliance requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in a school environment
  • Flexible & team-oriented

Desired Qualifications

  • 3+ years of line cook or culinary experience
  • 1+ year of management experience
  • Willingness to learn the USDA National School Lunch Program compliance requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in a school environment
  • Flexible and team-oriented
  • Strong food safety and sanitation standards
  • Punctual and able to adhere to attendance policy
  • Capacity to climb stairs
  • Commitment to Genuine Foods’ mission of using food to support student wellbeing

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