Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark seeks a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks. Responsibilities vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Candidate will safely handle knives and kitchen equipment, train staff, and ensure quality and timely meal production. The position emphasizes customer service and compliance with Aramark safety policies.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Food safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food per guidelines.
• Stores food following safety policies.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude toward guests and coworkers.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Cooking experience

Independent work

Job description

Aramark seeks a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks. Responsibilities vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Candidate will safely handle knives and kitchen equipment, train staff, and ensure quality and timely meal production. The position emphasizes customer service and compliance with Aramark safety policies.