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Terrace Kitchen Lead Cook - The Langham, Pasadena

Langham Hospitality Group189 open roles

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$31 – $34 an hour
Where
United States
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Your applicationOpen nowTerrace Kitchen Lead Cook - The Langham, PasadenaLangham Hospitality Group · United States

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  5. 37.8%30 days
  6. 59.0%60 days
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About Langham Hospitality Group

A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East.

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles is located in Pasadena, California, in the heart of an upscale residential neighborhood bursting with historic gems like Albert Einstein's former residence and famous film locations including the homes from Mad Men and Father of the Bride.

Just up the street you'll find Pasadena's vibrant shopping and entertainment district boasting theaters, boutiques, incredible restaurants and world-class museums. And the hotel is just a short drive from the rest of Pasadena's must-see spots including the Rose Bowl stadium, The Huntington Library, Descanso Gardens, Kidspace Children's Museum and much more.

Check out what’s nearby, or inquire with our concierge team for recommendations on what to see, eat, and do in Pasadena and nearby Los Angeles.

DEPARTMENT: Terrace Kitchen

JOB TITLE: Lead Cook

REPORTS TO: TY De Dios

SUPERVISES: PM Crew

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:

To lead daily food production activities, ensure exceptional food quality and consistency, and support efficient kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:

  • Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to established recipes and specifications.
  • Lead and support cooks and kitchen staff during service periods.
  • Ensure compliance with health, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
  • Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
  • Assist with training and coaching team members.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
  • Support inventory control, product rotation, and waste management.
  • Communicate effectively with chefs and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Stand and walk for extended periods, often up to 8 hours or more per shift.
  • Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Repeatedly bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist while performing kitchen duties.
  • Use hands and fingers continuously for food preparation, knife work, and operation of kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to work in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments with exposure to temperature extremes.
  • Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, grills, fryers, slicers, and mixers.
  • Maintain visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary for food preparation, quality control, and safe equipment operation.
  • Work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business demands require.
  • Ability to move quickly and safely throughout the kitchen during peak service periods.
  • Tolerate exposure to cleaning chemicals, food allergens, steam, and moderate noise levels.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently.
  • Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the shift.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members in a busy kitchen environment.

SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

· Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, cooking methods, food preparation, and presentation standards.

· Ability to read, understand, and accurately execute standardized recipes.

· Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.

· Proficiency in operating commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct, mentor, and motivate kitchen team members.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

· Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.

· Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills.

· Ability to solve problems quickly and make sound decisions during service periods.

· Basic math skills for recipe conversions, portion control, and inventory management.

· Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and menu requirements.

· Ability to train new employees on kitchen procedures, quality standards, and safe work practices.

· Culinary degree, certificate, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.

· Food Handler Certification required; ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

· Culinary Arts degree, diploma, or certificate from an accredited culinary school.

· SERVSafe Food Protection Manager Certification.

· 2-4 years of progressive cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, resort, or similar food service operation.

· Previous experience in a supervisory or lead kitchen role.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

· Minimum 2 years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, hotel, resort, club, catering, or other high-volume food service operation.

· Demonstrated experience preparing food in accordance with standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.

· Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures.

· Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

  • SERVSafe

SALARY:

$30.79 - $33.79

For more information about the property, please visit: https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/los-angeles/

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