Lead Cook Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the lead cook position.

Previously, I was responsible for training to store associates regarding food preparation procedures.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Leadership I & II classes
• Local Health Department sanitation certificate
• Familiar with all phases of food preparation and production methods
• Knowledge of food displays and banquet set-up
• Experience working with a multi-faceted food service facility, including restaurant, hotel, country club, conference center, casino, theme park
• Requires advanced kitchen knowledge knowledge of various kitchen equipment
• Able to understand sanitation directions
• Culinary Arts certificate

In response to your job posting for lead cook, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for consistent quality of food and services to internal and external customers.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Previous supervision/kitchen management experience
• Operate ovens, slicer, fryer, grill
• Read and follow production sheets
• Food Handler Permit within 30 days of hire date
• Experience working with computer desktop packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Culinary Arts Graduate
• Knowledge of all aspects of food preparation
• Able to develop and follow recipes

Please consider me for the lead cook opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for an excellent standard of food to the correct standard and quality assurance at all times.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• A sense of urgency and willingness to get the job done
• Coursework / Training with advanced training in culinary systems and practices
• Previous experience in a healthcare facility, such as healthcare food service, preferred
• Previous professional cooking experience
• Knowledge of equipment, cooking methods, measurements and food safety
• Highly proficient at recipe preparation, short order and high volume
• Advanced knife skills preferred
• Working knowledge of meat fabrication, a variety of cuisines, measurements and advanced knowledge of cooking methods and food safety

Please consider me for the lead cook opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for support to both Quality and Supply as needed to ensure Food Safety and Product Quality.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Diverse culinary knowledge
• Expansive - We work with and serve a diverse workforce
• Extraordinarily Service Oriented - showing high level of customer service is positively mandatory…We hire for attitude, train for skill
• Active ServSafe Certification
• Experience with food production for patients and retail
• FBI Certification preferred
• Coursework/Training in Advanced training in culinary systems and practices
• Serv Safe Certified or within 90 days

I would like to submit my application for the lead cook opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for on-the-job training in food preparation to lower level employees.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Highly skilled in operational and personnel management problem solving
• County Health Department Food Handlers Card, -OR-ServSafe Certificate prior to first day of work
• Strong interpersonal communication skills in order to communicate with customers and fellow team members
• Good writing and reading skills in order to review/understand/follow exacting recipes
• Verifiable strong attendance history and punctuality at previous employment
• Experience in a USDA -OR- HACCP production facilities
• Enthusiasm and knowledge of relevant products
• ANSI approved Professional Food Manager certification