Lead Cook - Hiring Now - Union Creek Resort

Eugene, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.50 - $22.25

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

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 services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests across 15 countries each day. The company is rooted in service and driven by a unified purpose to make a positive impact for employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark fosters a workplace environment focused on professional growth, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military status, or other protected characteristics. Known for its commitment to quality and operational excellence, Aramark provides career development opportunities and a supportive culture that encourages employees to pursue new challenges and realize their full potential.

The Lead Cook position at Aramark is a critical role responsible for preparing and cooking food items by adhering to standardized recipes and production guidelines. This role is essential in maintaining high food safety standards, proper food handling, and sanitation procedures within the kitchen environment. The Lead Cook is expected to competently and safely operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, slicers, and mixers, and expertly handle kitchen utensils, including knives.

In addition to cooking duties, the Lead Cook may also have supervisory responsibilities such as scheduling and assigning daily work activities, guiding and training kitchen staff on cooking methods and food safety, and monitoring the completion of tasks. The position requires the maintenance of a clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety policies. Moreover, the Lead Cook plays an essential role in upholding excellent customer service and ensuring the security of company assets.

This role is dynamic and may vary by location based on client needs and business demands, requiring flexibility and adaptability. The Lead Cook is also expected to prepare production records and maintain work schedules, contributing to the operational efficiency of the kitchen. This job may involve physical activities, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms may be required to ensure safety and hygiene.

Aramark values employees who are proactive, coachable, and committed to continuous learning as the responsibilities of the role may evolve to meet changing demands. The company’s mission emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and a strong dedication to high service standards, all of which are embodied by the Lead Cook position. This role offers an opportunity for individuals passionate about food preparation and culinary arts to grow their careers while contributing to a positive dining experience for guests and clients.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
previous cooking experience required
food safety certification required
ability to work independently with limited supervision
physical ability to perform strenuous activity including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods
willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)
effective communication skills
ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines

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