Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark Correctional Services; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Lead Cook responsible for preparing food using standard recipes and maintaining safety standards. You may supervise staff, delegate tasks, and ensure quality and sanitation across workstations.

The role requires cooking experience, knowledge of safety regulations, and strong teamwork. It offers an hourly rate with benefits and potential flexibility based on location and client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily activities of staff.
• Train staff on duties, safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and cutting.
• Safely handle knives and operate ovens and stoves.
• Use equipment such as mixers, slicers, and broilers.
• Cook using various methods and ensure proper plating and portioning.
• Store and refrigerate foods according to safety policies.
• Maintain clean, sanitized work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent guest service and uphold safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cooking experience

Independent worker

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Lead Cook responsible for preparing food using standard recipes and maintaining safety standards. You may supervise staff, delegate tasks, and ensure quality and sanitation across workstations.

The role requires cooking experience, knowledge of safety regulations, and strong teamwork. It offers an hourly rate with benefits and potential flexibility based on location and client needs.