Lead Cook - Le Moyne College

Aramark is a global leader in food, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in a commitment to service and driven by a shared purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact not just for its customers but also for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company fosters an inclusive and equitable workplace, championing diversity and equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or other protected characteristics as mandated by law. Aramark offers a career path that emphasizes talent development, passion growth, and professional empowerment, providing its workforce with opportunities to thrive in a supportive environment.

The company is currently seeking a Lead Cook to join its culinary team. This is an hourly position with a competitive pay rate of $21.00 per hour. The role involves more than just food preparation; it also requires leadership skills as the Lead Cook will supervise team members and delegate responsibilities within the kitchen. The position demands adherence to stringent food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures to ensure customer safety and maintain high-quality standards. Projects and daily duties may vary depending on location and specific client needs, thus requiring flexibility and adaptability.

As a Lead Cook at Aramark, you will be entrusted with managing kitchen operations, including scheduling and assigning daily tasks to kitchen staff, training employees on food safety and sanitation practices, and ensuring the preparation of quality food based on standardized recipes and production guidelines. The role necessitates proficiency in safely operating kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, slicers, and mixers. The position also entails meticulous preparation of ingredients—measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling—while employing various cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to deliver a diverse menu.

Beyond cooking skills, the Lead Cook must maintain excellent customer service with a positive attitude, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests, clients, and colleagues alike. Responsibilities further include proper food storage, cleaning and sanitizing work areas and utensils, ensuring security of company assets, and maintaining production records and work schedules. Operational excellence and food safety compliance are paramount in this role to uphold Aramark's reputation and standards.

Working at Aramark offers comprehensive benefits inclusive of medical, dental, vision coverage, and work-life resources such as paid parental leave and disability coverage. The company offers retirement savings options like 401(k) plans, further supporting employees' financial well-being. Due to varying legal requirements and employee eligibility, benefits may differ by location.

Candidates interested in joining Aramark should be ready to meet the physical demands of the job, which may include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and prolonged periods of walking and standing. Personal protective equipment and uniforms might also be required to comply with health and safety policies.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about food service leadership and dedicated to delivering outstanding culinary experiences while supporting a dynamic team environment. Aramark values employees who demonstrate effective interpersonal communication abilities, basic math skills, and certified food safety knowledge. If you're eager to develop your culinary career within a globally recognized company that prioritizes growth, diversity, and community impact, the Lead Cook position at Aramark could be your next step.