Lead Cook & Culinary Team Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to recipes and production guidelines while following food safety and sanitation procedures. You will supervise and guide kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience as a cook or supervisor, strong English communication, and the ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Leads teams and coordinates daily food service tasks.
• Must read, speak and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience supervising staff preferred; cook experience required.
• Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Able to perform basic math and measurements in cooking and prep.
• Willingness to work long hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and handle physical demands of kitchen work.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work to a food service team.
• Trains staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods per recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping food items.
• Operates ovens, stoves, processors, and other kitchen equipment.
• Garnishes and portions food according to standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and adheres to safety policies.
• Supports Aramark safety policies and protects company assets.

Skills

Leads teams

Punctual

Long hours

English proficiency

Supervisor experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to recipes and production guidelines while following food safety and sanitation procedures. You will supervise and guide kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience as a cook or supervisor, strong English communication, and the ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays.