Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Corporation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to lead daily kitchen operations in Norfolk, ensuring meals are prepared to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding top food-safety and sanitation practices. This role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities according to client requirements.

The candidate will set up workstations, train teammates, and cook using a variety of methods with a strong focus on quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Food safety certification required
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
• Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to lead daily kitchen operations in Norfolk, ensuring meals are prepared to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding top food-safety and sanitation practices. This role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities according to client requirements.

The candidate will set up workstations, train teammates, and cook using a variety of methods with a strong focus on quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.