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Page 1 JOB DESCRIPTION LEAD COOK Brief description The position of lead cook consists of directing the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. It also consists of planning and pricing menu items, ordering supplies, and keeping records and accounts. Tasks • Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met; • Check the quantity and quality of received products; • Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers; • Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays; • Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients; • Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards; • Instruct cooks and other workers in the