Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests across 15 countries. Rooted in a mission of service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark is committed to creating positive impacts not only for its clients but also for its employees and communities. The company is known for its dedication to equal employment opportunities, embracing diversity, and fostering an inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, or other legally protected characteristics. Aramark values professional growth and development, providing employees with meaningful careers that fuel their passions while empowering their progress. Across its operations, the company emphasizes the importance of safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility, all while striving to achieve excellence in delivering food and facility services.
The Lead Cook position at Aramark plays a vital role in ensuring that food preparation meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. This role is essential in maintaining smooth kitchen operations as the Lead Cook is not only responsible for cooking according to standardized recipes and production guidelines but also supervises kitchen staff and delegates daily work activities. The Lead Cook ensures strict adherence to food safety, handling, and sanitation protocols to protect both the customers and employees. Operating various kitchen equipment safely, handling knives properly, and preparing ingredients with precision are fundamental to this position. Additionally, the Lead Cook prepares food by baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and using other cooking techniques to deliver delicious, well-presented dishes.
The supervisory responsibilities of the Lead Cook include training and mentoring kitchen staff on proper food preparation methods, safety procedures, and customer service standards. This leadership role involves managing schedules, overseeing the completion of tasks, and ensuring the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Maintaining excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards coworkers and clientele are equally important. The role demands flexibility and the ability to adapt as job duties may evolve based on business needs or client requirements. The Lead Cook position is ideal for individuals who excel in a fast-paced environment, take initiative, and are passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership. Working with Aramark provides an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a global leader recognized for its commitment to community, sustainability, and workforce empowerment.
The Lead Cook position at Aramark plays a vital role in ensuring that food preparation meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. This role is essential in maintaining smooth kitchen operations as the Lead Cook is not only responsible for cooking according to standardized recipes and production guidelines but also supervises kitchen staff and delegates daily work activities. The Lead Cook ensures strict adherence to food safety, handling, and sanitation protocols to protect both the customers and employees. Operating various kitchen equipment safely, handling knives properly, and preparing ingredients with precision are fundamental to this position. Additionally, the Lead Cook prepares food by baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and using other cooking techniques to deliver delicious, well-presented dishes.
The supervisory responsibilities of the Lead Cook include training and mentoring kitchen staff on proper food preparation methods, safety procedures, and customer service standards. This leadership role involves managing schedules, overseeing the completion of tasks, and ensuring the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Maintaining excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards coworkers and clientele are equally important. The role demands flexibility and the ability to adapt as job duties may evolve based on business needs or client requirements. The Lead Cook position is ideal for individuals who excel in a fast-paced environment, take initiative, and are passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership. Working with Aramark provides an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a global leader recognized for its commitment to community, sustainability, and workforce empowerment.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous cooking experience required
- food safety certification required
- ability to supervise and train staff preferred
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures
- physical ability to perform duties including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing
- ability to use kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers
- capability to handle knives and other utensils safely
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
- experience as a cook or related role required
- ability to work independently with limited supervision required
- proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
- food safety certification required
- demonstrates basic math and counting skills
- demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Job Duties
- Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks
- trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods
- cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes
- sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
- prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
- safely uses all food utensils including knives
- operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers
- bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
- arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
- properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
- cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
- maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers
- follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
- ensures security of company assets
- produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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