Lead Cook (Weekday Evenings)

Evening Lead Cook (Weekdays)

Dogpatch Games is seeking an experienced Evening Lead Cook to take primary responsibility for our weekday dinner service. This role runs the kitchen independently during evening hours and plays a key part in maintaining strong food standards as we continue expanding evening food service at Dogpatch Games in partnership with longtime neighborhood institution Marcella's Lasagneria.

This is a great fit for a confident, organized cook who is comfortable owning service, maintaining cleanliness and systems, and setting up the kitchen for success the next day. This role has the potential to grow into leading the evening restaurant team for strong, successful employees.

Schedule & Pay

• Monday–Friday

• Hours: 3:30pm–9:30pm

  • Cooking & service: 5:00pm–9:00pm

  • Pre-service prep and setup before 5:00pm

• Pay: $21.50/hour + tips

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute evening cooking and service from 5:00pm–9:00pm

• Assist with prep for the following day prior to service

• Maintain high food quality, consistency, and presentation standards

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations

• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and fully reset for the morning shift

• Properly store, label, and rotate food to ensure freshness and minimize waste

• Work independently during evening service while communicating clearly with the broader team

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional cooking experience

• Valid food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent required)

• Strong understanding of kitchen cleanliness, organization, and closing procedures

• Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced environment

• Bilingual: English and Spanish

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable taking ownership of a shift

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage + tips

• This is a weekday-only role with consistent hours (3:30–9:30pm), no late nights, and no weekend shifts
• Online order tips are split between only two evening staff members, not a large kitchen pool

• Meal during shift

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Opportunity for advancement as evening service grows

• Input on menu development and specials over time