Lead Cook & Kitchen Leader

Aramark Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Lead Cook position in New Orleans requires leadership, cooking expertise, and strict adherence to food safety standards. The role involves supervising staff, preparing meals using standardized recipes, and ensuring sanitation across all work areas.

Availability includes weekends and holidays, with a 1:00pm–9:30pm shift. Candidates must have prior cooking or supervisory experience and a solid understanding of food handling, storage, and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff and assigns daily activities.
• Trains staff on food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses all food utensils and equipment.
• Operates ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams foods.
• Garnishes and portions food per guidelines.
• Stores food per safety procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent customer service with guests and colleagues.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math and counting

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark Lead Cook position in New Orleans requires leadership, cooking expertise, and strict adherence to food safety standards. The role involves supervising staff, preparing meals using standardized recipes, and ensuring sanitation across all work areas.

Availability includes weekends and holidays, with a 1:00pm–9:30pm shift. Candidates must have prior cooking or supervisory experience and a solid understanding of food handling, storage, and safety policies.