Lead Cook and Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for preparing food according to standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks to meet client requirements and business needs.

The candidate should have experience as a cook or in a related role, with the ability to work independently. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food handling, and safety regulations is required, along with a valid

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Proven knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling items.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams and uses various cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes and portions food according to guidelines.
• Stores food following safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude toward guests and staff.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.
• Produces and maintains work schedules and production records as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math and counting

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for preparing food according to standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks to meet client requirements and business needs.

The candidate should have experience as a cook or in a related role, with the ability to work independently. Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food handling, and safety regulations is required, along with a valid