Kitchen Lead: Craft, Train & Ensure Quality

Aramark; Arizona; On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals in a fast-paced kitchen, following standard recipes and safety procedures. The role requires supervision and delegation of duties, with flexibility to vary by location to meet client needs.

The candidate should have prior cooking or related experience, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train staff, manage production, and ensure sanitation and quality across all stations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Proven knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking methods.
• Food safety regulations and proper food handling and storage knowledge.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily work activities and tasks.
• Train staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and production guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Safely use knives and kitchen utensils; operate ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use multiple methods on meats and vegetables.
• Garnish, portion, and store food according to guidelines.
• Maintain sanitation of work areas and equipment, and deliver good guest service.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math and counting skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals in a fast-paced kitchen, following standard recipes and safety procedures. The role requires supervision and delegation of duties, with flexibility to vary by location to meet client needs.

The candidate should have prior cooking or related experience, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train staff, manage production, and ensure sanitation and quality across all stations.