Concessions Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Lead Cook in Washington, DC to manage cooking operations and ensure adherence to standard recipes and safety guidelines. The role involves supervising staff, setting up workstations, and preparing ingredients while following production guidelines.

The position requires experience as a cook and supervisory abilities; strong knowledge of food safety practices and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Independent work

Basic math

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Lead Cook in Washington, DC to manage cooking operations and ensure adherence to standard recipes and safety guidelines. The role involves supervising staff, setting up workstations, and preparing ingredients while following production guidelines.

The position requires experience as a cook and supervisory abilities; strong knowledge of food safety practices and the ability to work independently are essential.