Lead Cook

Aramark; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Cook to join their dynamic team. This role involves cooking and preparing food while ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards. The Lead Cook will supervise staff, train them on best practices, and manage daily work activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop culinary skills in a fast-paced environment and positively impact customer experiences. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a related role preferred.
• Proven knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Methods

Food Safety Regulations

Interpersonal Skills

Basic Math Skills

Education

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Knives

Ovens

Stoves

Mixers

Slicers

Job description

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The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities. The responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

1. Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
2. Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
3. Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
4. Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
5. Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
6. Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
7. Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
8. Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
9. Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines.
10. Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures.
11. Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
12. Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
13. Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.
14. Ensures security of company assets.
15. Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

1. Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
2. Experience as a cook or related role required.
3. Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
4. Proven knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
5. Food safety certification required.
6. Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
7. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

This role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking and standing. Uniforms and/or PPE may be required.

About Aramark

Our Mission: Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

We believe every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and participate fully in all aspects of the company, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Aramark serves millions of guests daily across 15 countries, committed to developing talents, fueling passions, and empowering growth. Learn more at our careers page or connect with us on social media.