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Lead Cook
The Tavern Group
1220 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
The Tavern Group hiring Lead Cook in Philadelphia, PA

The Tavern Group hiring Lead Cook in Philadelphia, PA

Lead Cook

The Tavern GroupMore Info

1220 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Full Time • Hourly (Based on Experience)
Expired: Dec 29, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Join a Growing Restaurant Group Built on Standards and Passion for Food

The Tavern Group is a growing, chef-driven restaurant group passionate about delivering inspired cuisine and exceptional hospitality. We are currently seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Lead Cook who thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

This is more than a kitchen job—it’s an opportunity to grow with a group that values creativity, professionalism, and excellence.

What You’ll Do:

As a Lead Line Cook, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining high culinary standards and ensuring a seamless, efficient kitchen operation. You’ll work closely with our Chef and kitchen team to deliver outstanding dishes that reflect both precision and passion.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and executing menu items to exact standards and recipes

  • Leading and collaborating with line cooks to ensure service efficiency

  • Upholding a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment

  • Receiving, storing, and rotating inventory

  • Supporting kitchen leadership in daily prep and execution

  • Maintaining excellent communication with the kitchen and FOH teams


What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for a motivated professional who brings both technical skill and a team-first mentality. The ideal candidate will have:

  • High culinary standards and strong attention to detail

  • The ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume kitchen

  • Intermediate to advanced knife skills and prep knowledge

  • Exposure to advanced cooking techniques and terminology

  • A proactive, self-starting attitude and the ability to lead by example

  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills

  • Commitment to food safety and sanitation best practices


Why Work With Us?

At The Tavern Group, we believe our people are our most valuable ingredient. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your skills, be part of a collaborative team, and contribute to a shared vision of hospitality excellence.

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience
Opportunities: Career growth within a dynamic, expanding restaurant group


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Teamwork

Collaboration

Team Collaboration

Creativity

Leadership Skills

Professionalism

Effective Communication Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Problem Solving Skills

Leadership

Creativity in Cooking

Communication Skills

Time Management Skills

Efficiency

Supportive Attitude

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Adaptability

Attention to Cleanliness and Organization

Problem Solving

Ability to Follow Recipes Precisely

Time Management

Capacity to Handle High Pressure Situations

Attention to Cleanliness

Willingness to learn and grow

Inventory Management

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Handle Pressure

Ability to Support and Assist Kitchen Leadership

Inventory Management Skills

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Restaurant Group

Part of The Tavern Group

The Tavern Group is a small hospitality company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania catering to the needs of our diverse community. Our establishments include UBAR, Tavern on Camac, The Tavern Restaurant, and Otto's Taproom and Grille.

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