Lead Cook - BSWH Hillcrest

Waco, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Uniform allowance

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. The company is deeply committed to delivering excellent service while fostering a culture of inclusion, innovation, and sustainability. Rooted in service and united by purpose, Aramark values its employees as key partners in its mission to make a positive impact on communities, clients, and the planet. Aramark offers a dynamic work environment where talents are developed, passions are fueled, and professional growth is encouraged, making it a highly attractive employer for those seeking rewarding careers in the foodservice and hospitality industries. The company adheres to equal employment opportunity principles and embraces diversity in the workplace, ensuring all employees have a fair chance to thrive and participate fully in their roles.

The Lead Cook position at Aramark plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality food preparation and service in accordance with standardized recipes, food safety, and sanitation procedures. This role requires not only culinary skills but also leadership capabilities, as the Lead Cook is responsible for supervising and guiding kitchen staff to ensure operational excellence. Duties include scheduling and assigning work, training employees on food safety standards and cooking techniques, and actively participating in food preparation tasks such as measuring, mixing, chopping, and cooking various ingredients.

The Lead Cook must demonstrate proficiency in safely handling kitchen equipment like grills, ovens, fryers, and knives, while ensuring that all food is prepared and stored in compliance with health regulations. The position may also involve creating and maintaining work schedules, producing production records, and ensuring the security of company assets. Aramark emphasizes the importance of a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills, expecting the Lead Cook to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor with guests, clients, and co-workers alike.

This role may have specific physical demands, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. It may also require wearing uniforms and using personal protective equipment (PPE) as part of Aramark's commitment to workplace safety. The Lead Cook job offers opportunities for individuals to grow their skills, take on leadership responsibilities, and contribute meaningfully to a well-established company committed to its employees' professional development and the wider community.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
experience as a cook or in a related role required
ability to work independently with limited supervision required
food safety certification required
ability to safely handle kitchen equipment and utensils
physical ability to perform tasks including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods
willingness to wear required uniforms and personal protective equipment
effective communication 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