Lead Baker & Bakery Team Leader

Aramark; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Baker at Aramark in Kentucky will cook and prepare menu items according to recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. You will supervise a kitchen team, train staff, and delegate tasks to ensure timely, high-quality meals for guests and clients.

You should have prior experience as a baker or cook, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory roles in food service preferred.
• Experience as baker or cook is required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and safety regulations.
• Must obtain food safety certification(s).
• Basic math/counting skills required for portioning and inventory.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily work to kitchen staff and oversee tasks.
• Train staff on duties, food safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Cook and prepare foods according to recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Ensure safety, sanitation and proper handling of food and equipment.
• Maintain excellent guest service and cooperate with team.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Baker or cook experience

Independent work ability

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math and counting skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Job description

The Lead Baker at Aramark in Kentucky will cook and prepare menu items according to recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. You will supervise a kitchen team, train staff, and delegate tasks to ensure timely, high-quality meals for guests and clients.

You should have prior experience as a baker or cook, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.