Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, with a strong presence in over 15 countries worldwide. Known for its commitment to service and quality, Aramark proudly delivers exceptional experiences to millions of guests every day through its comprehensive food and facility solutions. The company is deeply rooted in a mission of service, aiming to create positive impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark fosters an inclusive work environment that values diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring all employees can thrive regardless of their background or identity.
The Lead Cook role at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic culinary team responsible for preparing and cooking food with standardized recipes and production guidelines. This position emphasizes the importance of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures. The Lead Cook is expected to skillfully operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, and slicers while safely handling knives and other utensils. In addition to cooking duties, the role involves supervisory responsibilities, including scheduling and assigning staff work activities, training new employees, and ensuring adherence to the company’s high standards of food quality and service. As a Lead Cook, you will ensure that all meals are prepared to perfection, maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, and uphold Aramark’s commitment to safety and excellence.
This role requires strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The individual's responsibilities can vary depending on the client location and business needs, offering varied and engaging experiences. There is a physical component to the job, including activities such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. Wearing a uniform and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be necessary to maintain safety standards. Aramark values employees who demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude towards customers and co-workers, and a passion for delivering quality customer service.
The Lead Cook position provides an excellent career path within the food service industry, allowing employees to grow their skills, take on more significant responsibilities, and contribute to a company dedicated to sustainability, community, and employee development. Aramark supports staff with ongoing training and professional growth opportunities, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Aramark means becoming part of a team that prioritizes innovation, respect, and excellence in every aspect of its operations. Whether you seek a long-term career or a valuable experience in culinary management, the Lead Cook role offers rewarding prospects and the chance to make a tangible difference every day.
The Lead Cook role at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic culinary team responsible for preparing and cooking food with standardized recipes and production guidelines. This position emphasizes the importance of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures. The Lead Cook is expected to skillfully operate kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, and slicers while safely handling knives and other utensils. In addition to cooking duties, the role involves supervisory responsibilities, including scheduling and assigning staff work activities, training new employees, and ensuring adherence to the company’s high standards of food quality and service. As a Lead Cook, you will ensure that all meals are prepared to perfection, maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, and uphold Aramark’s commitment to safety and excellence.
This role requires strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The individual's responsibilities can vary depending on the client location and business needs, offering varied and engaging experiences. There is a physical component to the job, including activities such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. Wearing a uniform and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be necessary to maintain safety standards. Aramark values employees who demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude towards customers and co-workers, and a passion for delivering quality customer service.
The Lead Cook position provides an excellent career path within the food service industry, allowing employees to grow their skills, take on more significant responsibilities, and contribute to a company dedicated to sustainability, community, and employee development. Aramark supports staff with ongoing training and professional growth opportunities, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Aramark means becoming part of a team that prioritizes innovation, respect, and excellence in every aspect of its operations. Whether you seek a long-term career or a valuable experience in culinary management, the Lead Cook role offers rewarding prospects and the chance to make a tangible difference every day.
Job Requirements
- Food safety certification required
- Experience as a cook or related role required
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
- Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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