Lead Cook: Kitchen Leader & Recipe Expert

Aramark; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Bethesda, MD is hiring a Lead Cook responsible for cooking per standard recipes while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may supervise staff and adjust tasks based on client needs and location requirements.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, understands production guidelines, and can safely handle kitchen equipment. This position offers opportunities for skill development within a large hospitality organization.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Food safety certification required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong math and counting skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily staff activities.
• Train staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and production guidelines.
• Set up workstation and prepare ingredients.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and portion control.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Follow safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark in Bethesda, MD is hiring a Lead Cook responsible for cooking per standard recipes while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may supervise staff and adjust tasks based on client needs and location requirements.

The ideal candidate has proven cooking experience, understands production guidelines, and can safely handle kitchen equipment. This position offers opportunities for skill development within a large hospitality organization.