Lead Cook: Kitchen Leader & Menu Master

Aramark; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Parental leave

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may include supervising staff and delegating tasks, with responsibilities varying by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The position emphasizes safe operation of kitchen equipment, quality food preparation, and maintaining excellent guest service in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, safety procedures, cooking methods.
• 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 ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Cooks with a variety of methods for meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude toward guests and colleagues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Math skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may include supervising staff and delegating tasks, with responsibilities varying by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The position emphasizes safe operation of kitchen equipment, quality food preparation, and maintaining excellent guest service in a dynamic environment.