Culinary Lead & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Corporation; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes while following safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate duties; responsibilities vary by location to meet client requirements.

The Lead Cook will supervise daily activities, train staff on safety protocols, and ensure food is prepared and stored according to guidelines. Strong customer service and adherence to Aramark policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Food safety certification required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proven knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties and food safety procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams and uses various cooking methods.
• Maintains customer service mindset with guests and coworkers.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work ability

Math skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes while following safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate duties; responsibilities vary by location to meet client requirements.

The Lead Cook will supervise daily activities, train staff on safety protocols, and ensure food is prepared and stored according to guidelines. Strong customer service and adherence to Aramark policies are essential.