Lead Cook & Kitchen Leader — Mentor & Craft

Aramark; Blue Springs (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals per recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise kitchen staff, train on sanitation, and ensure efficient production while maintaining high service quality.

The role requires prior cooking experience, food safety certification, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Past supervisory experience in a related role is preferred.
• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Solid knowledge of basic food preparation and safety practices.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Basic math and counting skills are expected.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily activities and staff assignments.
• Train staff on safety procedures, cooking methods, and sanitation.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and production guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely use knives and kitchen utensils and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Cook with multiple methods and cuisines, garnish and portion.
• Store food safely and maintain clean, sanitized areas.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook/kitchen experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math and counting skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals per recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise kitchen staff, train on sanitation, and ensure efficient production while maintaining high service quality.

The role requires prior cooking experience, food safety certification, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.