Suwannee Room - Lead Cook - Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

flexible schedules

Career Development

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, operating in 15 countries around the world. Known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and exceptional customer service, Aramark proudly serves millions of guests daily. The company thrives on its mission to do great things for employees, partners, communities, and the planet, creating an inclusive work environment where every individual has equal opportunity to grow and succeed. Aramark emphasizes its purpose-driven culture, focusing on developing talents, fueling passions, and empowering professional growth among its workforce. The company’s presence spans diverse industries including education, healthcare, business, sports, and leisure, delivering tailored solutions that meet client needs and expectations.

The Lead Cook position at Aramark is pivotal in ensuring high-quality food preparation and safety standards are met consistently. This role requires culinary expertise, leadership capabilities, and a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures. The Lead Cook will be responsible for preparing food products according to standard recipes and production guidelines, using various kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers. Handling knives and specialized culinary tools safely is an essential part of the job. In addition to cooking duties, the Lead Cook will supervise kitchen staff, assign daily work activities, and provide training to ensure adherence to company standards. This role may involve scheduling, delegating tasks, and maintaining production records to support operational efficiency.

Safety and sanitation are critical priorities in this role, and the Lead Cook must enforce food safety regulations rigorously, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices. Maintaining clean and sanitized work areas, managing inventory, and ensuring the security of company assets are part of the responsibilities. The position may include physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. Use of personal protective equipment and uniforms might also be required depending on location-specific protocols.

Working at Aramark means embracing change and continuous improvement, as job duties can evolve based on business needs and client requirements. The company values employees who are adaptable, proactive, and committed to delivering excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests and coworkers alike. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, possess leadership qualities, and have a passion for culinary arts. Employment with Aramark offers a chance to be part of a global team dedicated to making a difference through food and facilities services.

Job Requirements

Food safety certification
Experience as a cook or in a related role
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to safely handle knives and kitchen equipment
Physical capability to meet job demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and extended standing
Willingness to wear required uniforms and personal protective equipment
Basic math skills
Effective communication skills

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