Lead Cook

Aramark Janelia Research Campus; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food services is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for preparing and cooking meals, training staff, and ensuring food safety. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience and be able to work independently. This role offers opportunities to showcase culinary skills in a vibrant environment while adhering to high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Ability to work independently and knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to guidelines.
• Schedules and assigns daily work assignments to a food service team.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Methods

Food Safety Regulations

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Location:

Ashburn, VA US

Worker Type :

Hourly and Seasonal

Services:

Food

Posted Date:

3/5/2018 4:31:18 PM

Category:

Culinary

Work Type:

Fulltime-Regular

Line of Business:

Leisure

ID:

161517

Overview:

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 270,000 employees deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 22 countries around the world every day. Aramark is recognized among the Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE and the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute. Learn more atwww.aramark.comor connect with us onFacebookandTwitter.

Description:

Position Summary:The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual should safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may be responsible for oversight or delegation of responsibilities within the culinary operation. Essential functions and responsibilitiesof the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirementsand business needs.

Essential Functions:

• 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 prepare 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 utilizes a variety of utensils including knifes
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions 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 attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred
• Experience as a cook or in a related role 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
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs.
  

Aramark is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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