Lead Cook – Food Prep & Safety

Aramark Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Cook I in the United States. The role focuses on cooking and preparing food per standard recipes while following safety and sanitation guidelines. Ability to handle knives and kitchen equipment is required. Lead Cook responsibilities may include supervising staff and delegating tasks.

The position offers an hourly rate around $24.90 with benefits and potential for growth. Availability and flexibility are essential as locations may vary by client requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food 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 the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
• Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Math & counting skills

Interpersonal communication

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Cook I in the United States. The role focuses on cooking and preparing food per standard recipes while following safety and sanitation guidelines. Ability to handle knives and kitchen equipment is required. Lead Cook responsibilities may include supervising staff and delegating tasks.

The position offers an hourly rate around $24.90 with benefits and potential for growth. Availability and flexibility are essential as locations may vary by client requirements.