Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Parental leave and disability coverage

Work-life resources

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines, following safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating duties. Responsibilities vary by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, operation of grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, and other equipment, and maintaining high quality and timely service in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily work activities.
• Train staff on job duties, food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and production guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, trim, and peel ingredients.
• Safely use food utensils and operate ovens, stoves, and slicers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use diverse cooking methods.
• Garnish and portion food following guidelines.
• Store food per safety policies; clean and sanitize areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude toward guests.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Math skills

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines, following safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating duties. Responsibilities vary by location to meet client requirements and business needs.

The position emphasizes safe food handling, operation of grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, and other equipment, and maintaining high quality and timely service in a dynamic work environment.