Lead Cook - Campus Dining Supervisor

Aramark; Pikeville (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook at the University of Pikeville to prepare food per recipes and guidelines, supervise staff, and ensure safety compliance on site in Pikeville, KY. The role involves training others, setting up stations, and maintaining quality and guest service.

The Lead Cook will handle a variety of cooking methods, manage daily operations, and uphold sanitation policies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a food-service setting.
• Proven cooking experience and knowledge of recipes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Fundamental food safety, sanitation, and storage knowledge.
• Food safety certification required.
• Good math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities and supervises tasks.
• Trains staff on duties, safety procedures, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses knives and food utensils.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses varied techniques.
• Garnishes, portions, and stores food per guidelines.
• Cleans and sanitizes areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent guest service with a positive attitude.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and security of assets.
• Produces and maintains work schedules and production records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cooking experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook at the University of Pikeville to prepare food per recipes and guidelines, supervise staff, and ensure safety compliance on site in Pikeville, KY. The role involves training others, setting up stations, and maintaining quality and guest service.

The Lead Cook will handle a variety of cooking methods, manage daily operations, and uphold sanitation policies in a fast-paced environment.