Lead Cook: Culinary Leader & Kitchen Team Coach

Aramark; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with duties varying by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The Lead Cook will train staff on safety and cooking methods, manage workflow, and ensure quality. Strong math, communication, and independent work skills are essential for success across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities and staff performance.
• Trains staff on safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food using standardized recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Math and counting

Independent work

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with duties varying by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The Lead Cook will train staff on safety and cooking methods, manage workflow, and ensure quality. Strong math, communication, and independent work skills are essential for success across multiple locations.