​​Back of House
Lead Cook

Role Description

We are seeking a dedicated, organized, and efficient Lead Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations, manage and mentor team members, and ensure consistent product quality. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced kitchen environment, demonstrate excellent culinary and problem-solving skills, and align with our company's core values of Fun, Sex-Positivity, and Community Orientation.

Mission

In everything we do, we challenge the status quo of sexuality through delivering flirtatiously delicious culinary experiences. We are committed to fostering a sex-positive, inclusive, and entertaining environment that encourages open-mindedness and breaks down barriers surrounding sexuality.

Values

1. Fun: Embrace joy, have fun, and be an inspiring leader who motivates the team and contributes to a positive work atmosphere in both the front and back of house.

2. Sex-Positive: Passionately embrace the company mission and brand, and promote a sex-positive workplace.

3. Community-Oriented: Embrace the team and individual differences, working together as a collective, and celebrate uniqueness in all.

Responsibilities

• Able to do all the cook’s responsibilities 

• Able to operate multiple deep fryers, a stove, and hot water steamer.

• To cook fried chicken, fried pickles, french fries, tater tots, hot dogs, and sausages.

• To work some prep shifts where we prepare the chicken and hand cut french fries for the day’s service. We will also be preparing waffle batter and liquor menu items.

• Adhere to high standards of cleanliness before, during, and after your shift. This means keeping a clean workspace, practicing good personal hygiene, and doing pest prevention practices.

• Share responsibilities of dish duty with other cooks and FOH staff.

• Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintaining focus and a positive attitude under pressure.

• Collaborate with front of house staff to ensure smooth and timely delivery of food orders to customers.

• Help manage inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed. Be able to predict how much product we will need.

• Encouraged to produce your own menu items that are in line with the Willies n Waffles concept.

• Uphold the company's sex-positive values and create an inclusive and respectful work environment.

• Communicate effectively with team members to address any challenges and facilitate smooth operations.

• Oversee daily back of house operations, ensuring a smooth workflow, efficient food preparation, and consistent product quality.

• Supervise, train, and mentor team members to uphold the company's standards and values, while fostering a fun, positive, and inclusive work environment.

• Collaborate with front of house staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders and overall guest satisfaction.

• Manage and maintain inventory, supplies, and equipment to optimize efficiency and control costs.

• Implement and enforce all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, ensuring a clean and well-maintained workspace at all times.

• Contribute to menu development and the creation of new, innovative dishes that align with the company's mission and values.

• Serve as a role model and ambassador of the company's mission and values, exhibiting a sex-positive attitude and fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment.

• Coordinate with management to implement new policies, procedures, or promotions, and provide feedback on back of house operations.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in a back of house leadership role, preferably in a fast-paced restaurant or similar setting.

• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on efficiency and product quality.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse team.

• A commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.

• A sex-positive attitude and alignment with the company's core values.

• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  

By joining our team as a Back of House Shift Lead, you'll have the opportunity to grow within a fun, sex-positive, and community-oriented company, while showcasing your culinary and leadership skills and contributing to an exceptional experience for our customers. In this role, you will play a crucial part in fulfilling our mission and upholding our core values, ensuring the seamless operation of our kitchen and the satisfaction of our guests.