Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Tallahassee (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Tallahassee, FL is seeking 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 assigning tasks as needed, with emphasis on safe knife handling and equipment operation.

The position requires experience as a cook and supervisory experience is preferred. Expect varied duties, potential shifts, and a commitment to serving guests with a positive attitude.

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 basic principles of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• 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 tasks.
• Trains staff on job duties, safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses all food utensils and equipment.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
• Garnishes and portions food according to guidelines.
• Stores food properly and maintains safety policies.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent customer service and adherence to safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cooking

Independent work

Food safety

Mathematics

Communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in Tallahassee, FL is seeking 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 assigning tasks as needed, with emphasis on safe knife handling and equipment operation.

The position requires experience as a cook and supervisory experience is preferred. Expect varied duties, potential shifts, and a commitment to serving guests with a positive attitude.