Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Corporation; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook in Elizabeth City, NC to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines, while following food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities, with duties varying by location to meet client needs.

Requirements include prior cooking experience, ability to work independently, and a valid food safety certification. The position emphasizes safe knife handling, equipment operation, and adherence to Aramark safety policies.

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 principles and safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises tasks.
• Trains staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers and mixers safely.
• Maintains food quality and presentation per guidelines.
• Stores food safely and sanitizes areas and utensils.
• Maintains positive guest service and company safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Food preparation principles

Food safety certification

Math and counting skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook in Elizabeth City, NC to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines, while following food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities, with duties varying by location to meet client needs.

Requirements include prior cooking experience, ability to work independently, and a valid food safety certification. The position emphasizes safe knife handling, equipment operation, and adherence to Aramark safety policies.