Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Work-life resources

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food following standard recipes and safety guidelines, safely handling knives and kitchen equipment. The role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with responsibilities varying by location.

You will work under production guidelines, maintain quality, follow sanitation procedures, and ensure timely service. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

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 food preparation and cooking methods.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises tasks.
• Trains staff on job duties and safety procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measures, weighs, and prepares ingredients.
• Safely uses knives and kitchen utensils.
• Operates ovens, stoves, and other equipment.
• Maintains sanitation and quality control.
• Maintains positive guest service and teamwork.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role experience

Independence with minimal supervision

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food following standard recipes and safety guidelines, safely handling knives and kitchen equipment. The role may supervise staff and delegate tasks, with responsibilities varying by location.

You will work under production guidelines, maintain quality, follow sanitation procedures, and ensure timely service. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.