Lead Cook - Union Creek Resort

Auburn, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.75 - $25.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services, delivering exceptional experiences to millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a commitment rooted in service and united by a strong purpose, Aramark focuses on creating positive impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company's dedication to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity ensures that every employee is empowered to participate fully in the organization without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability, and other protected characteristics. This commitment builds a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and the development of new skills.

The Lead Cook position at Aramark plays a vital role in the successful operation of the food service team. This role is responsible for cooking and preparing food in accordance with standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to strict food safety, handling, and sanitation protocols. The Lead Cook ensures that all food is prepared safely using proper techniques and that workstations are well-stocked and organized for efficient food production. Proficiency in safely handling kitchen knives and operating cooking equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers is essential. The Lead Cook may also take on supervisory responsibilities by scheduling and assigning work activities to staff and guiding them through their daily tasks.

This position demands a strong understanding of food preparation principles, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations. The Lead Cook must elevate the customer experience by maintaining excellent customer service standards and fostering a positive attitude toward guests, coworkers, and clients. Additionally, the role involves maintaining cleanliness by sanitizing workstations and equipment, storing food properly, and ensuring security of company assets. The ability to prepare production records and work schedules is also beneficial.

At Aramark, every employee is encouraged to grow their talents and take on new challenges in a supportive team environment. The Lead Cook role is not only about technical skills but also about leadership, communication, and collaboration. It requires physical stamina due to demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing. The use of uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be necessary. Working independently with limited supervision while demonstrating effective interpersonal communication is critical for success in this role.

Choosing a career with Aramark means becoming part of a company that invests in its people, emphasizing respect, inclusion, and professional development. Whether you are pursuing a new challenge or looking for a place to grow your culinary career, Aramark offers an environment where you can reach your full potential. To learn more about Aramark and opportunities with the company, visit their careers website or follow them on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Job Requirements

Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
experience as a cook or related role required
ability to work independently with limited supervision required
food safety certification required
demonstrates basic math and counting skills
demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
physically able to perform duties including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and extended walking and standing
willing to wear uniforms and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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