Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; East Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook in East Palatka, FL to cook and prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may supervise staff, train on safety procedures, and ensure timely meal preparation, portion control, and proper storage.

The job requires working with various kitchen equipment and maintaining a positive guest-focused service attitude.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily staff activities
• Train staff on food safety and cooking methods
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment
• Prepare ingredients by weighing, measuring, and chopping
• Safely use all food utensils including knives
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment
• Cook with various methods (bake, roast, broil, steam)
• Portion, garnish, and present food per guidelines
• Store food following safety policies
• Clean and sanitize work areas and utensils
• Maintain excellent customer service and safety
• Follow Aramark safety policies and protect assets

Skills

Leadership

Food safety basics

Independent work

Math skills

Communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook in East Palatka, FL to cook and prepare food according to recipes and production guidelines while upholding food safety and sanitation standards. The role may supervise staff, train on safety procedures, and ensure timely meal preparation, portion control, and proper storage.

The job requires working with various kitchen equipment and maintaining a positive guest-focused service attitude.