Head Cook & Kitchen Leader - Campus Dining

Aramark; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Lead Cook for Arizona State University Athletics to prepare meals per recipes and production guidelines, while upholding safety standards.

You'll potentially supervise staff, train teammates, and ensure timely service in a fast-paced venue. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, and sanitation is required, with the ability to work independently and maintain guest-focused service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proven knowledge of basic food preparation methods and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Good math and counting skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises tasks.
• Trains staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses all food utensils and operates kitchen equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, steams, and uses various cooking methods.

Skills

Cooking

Supervision

Food safety knowledge

Independent work

Math/counting

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Aramark in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Lead Cook for Arizona State University Athletics to prepare meals per recipes and production guidelines, while upholding safety standards.

You'll potentially supervise staff, train teammates, and ensure timely service in a fast-paced venue. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food safety, and sanitation is required, with the ability to work independently and maintain guest-focused service.