Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Training and Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. As a company rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact for their partners, communities, employees, and the planet. Their mission emphasizes equal employment opportunity and an inclusive work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. This commitment ensures that every employee can participate fully in all aspects of the company and grow both professionally and personally.
The role of Lead Cook at Aramark is crucial in maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, safety, and customer satisfaction. The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standardized recipes and production guidelines, adhering strictly to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. This role requires proficiency in handling kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers safely and efficiently. The position may also include supervising kitchen staff, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring a smooth workflow during food preparation and service.
Being a Lead Cook at Aramark means you will be accountable for setting up your workstation with the necessary ingredients and equipment, preparing food by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items. The role demands safe handling of kitchen tools, including knives, and operation of various equipment like slicers and mixers. You will be expected to use varied cooking techniques such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods to exact quality standards.
The Lead Cook must also ensure that food storage complies with safety regulations, workstations are cleaned and sanitized properly, and food is arranged, garnished, and portioned according to company guidelines. Beyond technical skills, maintaining excellent customer service with a positive attitude when interacting with guests, clients, coworkers, and supervisors is essential to this role. Following all company safety policies, including those related to food safety and sanitation, is mandatory, as well as ensuring the security of company assets.
This position may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and prolonged periods of standing or walking. Proper use of personal protective equipment, including uniforms, is also required. Overall, the Lead Cook plays an integral role in delivering an exceptional dining experience while supporting team members and upholding the company’s high standards. Joining Aramark offers an opportunity to develop new skills, engage in a dynamic work environment, and contribute meaningfully to a company that values purpose and growth.
The role of Lead Cook at Aramark is crucial in maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, safety, and customer satisfaction. The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standardized recipes and production guidelines, adhering strictly to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. This role requires proficiency in handling kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers safely and efficiently. The position may also include supervising kitchen staff, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring a smooth workflow during food preparation and service.
Being a Lead Cook at Aramark means you will be accountable for setting up your workstation with the necessary ingredients and equipment, preparing food by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items. The role demands safe handling of kitchen tools, including knives, and operation of various equipment like slicers and mixers. You will be expected to use varied cooking techniques such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods to exact quality standards.
The Lead Cook must also ensure that food storage complies with safety regulations, workstations are cleaned and sanitized properly, and food is arranged, garnished, and portioned according to company guidelines. Beyond technical skills, maintaining excellent customer service with a positive attitude when interacting with guests, clients, coworkers, and supervisors is essential to this role. Following all company safety policies, including those related to food safety and sanitation, is mandatory, as well as ensuring the security of company assets.
This position may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and prolonged periods of standing or walking. Proper use of personal protective equipment, including uniforms, is also required. Overall, the Lead Cook plays an integral role in delivering an exceptional dining experience while supporting team members and upholding the company’s high standards. Joining Aramark offers an opportunity to develop new skills, engage in a dynamic work environment, and contribute meaningfully to a company that values purpose and growth.
Job Requirements
- Food safety certification required
- Experience as a cook or related role required
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
- Physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stand for extended periods
- Willingness to wear uniforms and use personal protective equipment
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
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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