Lead Cook - Azusa Pacific University

West Covina, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $24.00 - $26.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. Rooted in a culture of service and united by a strong purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact on its employees, partners, communities, and the environment. The company is dedicated to fostering equal employment opportunities and providing an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. Aramark believes in empowering its employees by helping them develop their talents, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through diverse career opportunities.

The Lead Cook role at Aramark is a critical position within their food services department. This role involves preparing and cooking food while strictly adhering to standardized recipes, food safety protocols, and sanitation guidelines to ensure the highest quality and safety standards. The Lead Cook must proficiently handle various cooking tools and equipment such as knives, grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers. A key part of the position is supervising kitchen staff by scheduling, assigning daily activities, and guiding employees in cooking methods, food handling, and sanitation best practices. The Lead Cook also plays a vital role in maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen environment and ensuring the security of company assets.

Compensation for this position ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to offering competitive pay based on experience and location. In addition to a fair wage, employees in this role become eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as work-life resources. Retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid days off, parental leave, and disability coverage are also available. These benefits may vary by location and employee eligibility, emphasizing Aramark’s dedication to supporting its workforce in multiple aspects of their well-being.

This role demands physical stamina to perform duties such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, walking, and standing for extended periods. Employees may also be required to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) to comply with safety regulations.

At Aramark, the Lead Cook position offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who are looking to further their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment. The responsibilities may shift or new tasks may be added from time to time to meet business needs, highlighting the company’s adaptive culture and commitment to continuous improvement. Candidates with prior supervisory experience are preferred, reflecting the importance of leadership skills in effectively managing kitchen operations and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

Joining Aramark means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference while providing employees with opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement. Those interested in contributing to a purpose-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation will find the Lead Cook role both challenging and rewarding. For more details about careers at Aramark and the benefits offered, candidates are encouraged to visit Aramark Careers' official website.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or related role required
Food safety certification required
Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Physical ability to perform tasks including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing
Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed

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, etc.
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, etc.
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, etc.
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