Lead Cook

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Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced, organized, and solution-oriented Lead Cook to coordinate the kitchen, ensuring operational excellence, dish standardization, and brigade leadership. Key Highlights: 1. Leadership and operational management of the kitchen brigade 2. Ensuring operational excellence and standardization of dishes 3. Quality control and kitchen processes **LEAD COOK (CLT)** We are looking for an experienced, organized, and solution-oriented **Lead Cook** to coordinate our kitchen. The professional will serve as the right hand of management, ensuring operational excellence, dish standardization, and brigade leadership. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Leadership and Operational Management** * Coordinate the kitchen brigade (assistants and cooks), organizing workflow. * Maintain production pace—especially during peak hours—ensuring agility and quality. * Guide and train the team on preparation techniques and best practices. **Quality and Process Control** * Ensure 100% of dishes strictly follow **Technical Sheets** (taste and presentation). * Manage inventory, expiration dates (PVPS), and portioning—with focus on waste reduction. * Supervise sector organization and cleanliness per Sanitary Surveillance regulations. **REQUIREMENTS:** * Proven experience as a Cook (preference for leadership experience and/or boteco-style kitchens). * Ability to work under pressure with emotional intelligence and clear communication. * Proficiency in kitchen processes and mise en place organization. * **Fixed residence in Joinville/SC.** * Availability for the stated working hours. **CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS:** * **Working Hours:** * Monday to Friday: 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM (1-hour break) * Saturdays and Holidays: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM (2-hour break) * **Compensation:** \* Base Salary: R$ 2\.106,00 * Night Shift Allowance \+ Overtime \+ Related Benefits. * **Commission: Average between R$ 1\.000,00 and R$ 1\.500,00\.** * **Benefits:** * Transportation Voucher and On-site Meal. * SESC Agreement and Life Insurance. * Health Assistance Card and Incentive Programs. * Growth opportunities and online courses. Employment Type: Full-time, CLT Permanent Position Pay: R$3\.000,00 \- R$3\.700,00 per month Benefits: * Medical assistance * Agreements and commercial discounts * Life insurance * Meal voucher * Transportation voucher Education: * Completed Technical Education (Preferred) Experience: * Brazilian/Boteco Cuisine (Preferred) * Leadership (Preferred) License/Certification: * Food Handling Course (Preferred) Work Location: On-site