Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Lake Wylie (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to manage cooking duties, follow standard recipes and production guidelines, and ensure food safety and sanitation procedures are followed in our kitchen.

The role may involve supervising staff, setting up workstations, prepping ingredients, operating ovens and grills, and delivering consistent quality for guests in Lake Wylie, South Carolina, or nearby locations, with emphasis on teamwork and customer service.

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 the basics of food preparation, cooking methods and safety.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and supervises daily staff activities and 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, and trimming.
• Safely uses knives and operates ovens, grills, and other equipment.
• Cooks using various techniques and portions food as required.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and works area.
• Provides excellent customer service and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Math/counting skills

Interpersonal & communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to manage cooking duties, follow standard recipes and production guidelines, and ensure food safety and sanitation procedures are followed in our kitchen.

The role may involve supervising staff, setting up workstations, prepping ingredients, operating ovens and grills, and delivering consistent quality for guests in Lake Wylie, South Carolina, or nearby locations, with emphasis on teamwork and customer service.