Lead Cook

**Lead Cook – Japanese Vegan Restaurant** **Company:** Tane Vegan Izakaya **Job Type:** Full\-Time or Part\-Time **Location:** Highland Park, Los Angeles, CA **About Us** Tane Vegan Izakaya is an award\-winning Japanese vegan restaurant specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine with a modern, plant\-based approach. We are passionate about exceptional food, hospitality, and creating a positive, team\-oriented kitchen culture. We’re looking for an experienced Lead Cook who takes pride in mentoring others, maintaining high culinary standards, and leading by example. **Position Summary** We are seeking a skilled and motivated **Lead Cook** with a minimum of **2 years of kitchen leadership experience**. This individual will work alongside the kitchen management team to oversee daily operations, ensure consistency and quality, train team members, and help maintain an organized, efficient, and positive work environment. **Responsibilities** * Lead and motivate the kitchen team during daily service. * Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation. * Train, coach, and mentor line cooks and prep cooks. * Ensure recipes and preparation techniques are followed accurately. * Monitor food quality, freshness, and portion control. * Assist with inventory, ordering, and minimizing food waste. * Maintain a clean, organized kitchen while following all health and safety regulations. * Help create efficient systems and improve kitchen operations. * Work collaboratively with management to achieve restaurant goals. * Lead by example with professionalism, urgency, and a positive attitude. **Qualifications** * **Minimum 2 years of leadership experience** in a high\-volume restaurant kitchen. * Experience preparing Japanese cuisine is strongly preferred. * Passion for vegan or plant\-based cuisine is a plus. * Excellent communication and organizational skills. * Ability to thrive in a fast\-paced environment. * Strong understanding of food safety and sanitati