Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook who will prepare and cook food according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation procedures. You may supervise staff and delegate duties, ensuring efficient kitchen operations and compliance with client requirements.

The role emphasizes safe handling of knives and equipment, collaboration with team members, and maintaining high quality and service standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have supervision experience or be capable of guiding staff.
• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Solid understanding of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Basic math and counting skills are expected.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily activities to staff and supervise task completion.
• Train and guide staff on duties, food safety procedures, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use knives and utensils.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and other equipment.
• Use diverse cooking methods for meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange and portion food according to guidelines.
• Store food following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude toward guests.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Work independently

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math and counting

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook who will prepare and cook food according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation procedures. You may supervise staff and delegate duties, ensuring efficient kitchen operations and compliance with client requirements.

The role emphasizes safe handling of knives and equipment, collaboration with team members, and maintaining high quality and service standards in a dynamic environment.