Specialty cook vs lead line cook

Differences between specialty cook and lead line cook duties and responsibilities

Specialty cook example responsibilities.

• Work grill, saut, & expediter stations.
• Complete culinary tasks using various cooking methods and techniques/ very good knife handling skills.
• Work all stations, saut, grill, pantry, fryer, breakfast, in upscale American bistro.
• Maintain cleanliness and a sanitary environment within kitchen area to meet all health and safety requirements.
• Unload and store groceries and supplies.
• Maintain balance inventories of groceries and supplies.
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Lead line cook example responsibilities.

• Manage food expo; facilitate food temp logs; creation of menu specials; management and supervision of production staff
• Skil in the preparation of a variety of culinary styles ranging from contemporary American cuisine to many international culinary styles.
• Train and supervise many of the Spanish- speaking dishwashers to work effectively on the line.
• Observe workers engage in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods to ensure that standards are met.
• Follow HACCP system, and practice safety and sanitation as well adhere to the company policies and regulations.
• Produce HACCP forms and guidelines to have better awareness of quality of food being produce in the kitchen.
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