Lead Baker & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Baker Lead at the University of Alabama – Retail Language Employee Login location in Tuscaloosa, AL, is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes while following strict safety and sanitation standards. This role may involve supervising team members and delegating tasks within the culinary operation to meet client requirements.

Qualified candidates will have prior supervisory or baker/cook experience, ability to work independently, and knowledge of basic food prep and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a baker or cook required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Required to obtain food safety certification(s).
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work assignments to a food service team and oversees the completion of tasks
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, proper food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to 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 a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions of food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation

Skills

Supervisory experience

Baker or cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

The Baker Lead at the University of Alabama – Retail Language Employee Login location in Tuscaloosa, AL, is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes while following strict safety and sanitation standards. This role may involve supervising team members and delegating tasks within the culinary operation to meet client requirements.

Qualified candidates will have prior supervisory or baker/cook experience, ability to work independently, and knowledge of basic food prep and