Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with responsibilities varying by location to meet client needs.

The position requires experience as a cook, strong knowledge of cooking methods and food safety, and the ability to train others. Candidates should be able to work independently and maintain high guest service standards.

Qualifications

• Supervision experience preferred for lead role.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and supervises daily staff activities.
• Trains staff on duties, safety and sanitation procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping and portioning.
• Safely uses knives and kitchen utensils.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams using various methods on meats/veggies.
• Maintains food safety and sanitation throughout service.
• Provides excellent guest service and maintains asset security.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Independence

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following safety and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with responsibilities varying by location to meet client needs.

The position requires experience as a cook, strong knowledge of cooking methods and food safety, and the ability to train others. Candidates should be able to work independently and maintain high guest service standards.