Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $28.43
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work-life resources
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Job Description
Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a commitment to excellence and a purpose rooted in service, Aramark not only focuses on delivering superior experiences to its partners and communities but also prioritizes employee growth and well-being. The company emphasizes equal opportunity employment, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. At Aramark, employees are encouraged to develop their talents, fuel their passions, and achieve their professional goals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
The Lead Cook position at Aramark is a vital culinary role responsible for preparing high-quality meals by following standardized recipes and production guidelines. This role requires strict adherence to food safety, food handling, and sanitation practices to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff. The Lead Cook must proficiently operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers, while safely handling knives and other utensils. This position also includes leadership responsibilities, such as supervising kitchen staff, delegating daily tasks, and training employees on cooking methods and safety procedures. The Lead Cook plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment and ensuring customer satisfaction through excellent food quality and service. Compensation for this hourly role is competitive, set at $28.43 per hour, reflecting the importance of the position within the Aramark food service team.
Additional responsibilities involve preparing ingredients using a variety of techniques such as measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, and peeling, as well as employing multiple cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. The Lead Cook ensures all food items are properly stored in compliance with safety policies and maintains sanitation standards by regularly cleaning work areas, equipment, and utensils. The role demands excellent communication skills and a positive attitude to foster a collaborative work environment and deliver outstanding customer experiences. Physical demands typical of the job include lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, and the role may also require the use of personal protective equipment and uniforms.
Employees in this position have access to a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and work-life resources, along with retirement savings plans such as a 401(k) and paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage. Aramark’s benefits and work conditions vary by location and employee eligibility, reflecting legal requirements and regional differences. This position does not have a predetermined application window and remains open until a qualified candidate is selected, reflecting Aramark's commitment to finding the right individual for this key culinary leadership role.
The Lead Cook position at Aramark is a vital culinary role responsible for preparing high-quality meals by following standardized recipes and production guidelines. This role requires strict adherence to food safety, food handling, and sanitation practices to ensure the health and safety of guests and staff. The Lead Cook must proficiently operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers, while safely handling knives and other utensils. This position also includes leadership responsibilities, such as supervising kitchen staff, delegating daily tasks, and training employees on cooking methods and safety procedures. The Lead Cook plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment and ensuring customer satisfaction through excellent food quality and service. Compensation for this hourly role is competitive, set at $28.43 per hour, reflecting the importance of the position within the Aramark food service team.
Additional responsibilities involve preparing ingredients using a variety of techniques such as measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, and peeling, as well as employing multiple cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. The Lead Cook ensures all food items are properly stored in compliance with safety policies and maintains sanitation standards by regularly cleaning work areas, equipment, and utensils. The role demands excellent communication skills and a positive attitude to foster a collaborative work environment and deliver outstanding customer experiences. Physical demands typical of the job include lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, and the role may also require the use of personal protective equipment and uniforms.
Employees in this position have access to a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and work-life resources, along with retirement savings plans such as a 401(k) and paid time off including parental leave and disability coverage. Aramark’s benefits and work conditions vary by location and employee eligibility, reflecting legal requirements and regional differences. This position does not have a predetermined application window and remains open until a qualified candidate is selected, reflecting Aramark's commitment to finding the right individual for this key culinary leadership role.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous experience as a cook
- food safety certification
- ability to work independently
- effective communication skills
- ability to stand for extended periods
- physical ability to lift, bend, push, and pull
- compliance with uniform and personal protective equipment policies
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
No experience required
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