Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor

Aramark; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook at Towson University in Towson, MD. The role involves cooking per standard recipes, supervising staff, and ensuring food safety and sanitation. Candidates should have prior cooking experience and may supervise others; strong knife skills and equipment handling are needed.

The position is onsite with a focus on quality service and regulatory compliance. Benefits vary by location and may include paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic principles of food preparation and cooking methods.
• Food safety certification required.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties and sanitation procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and related equipment.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food per guidelines.
• Stores food properly and adheres to safety policies.
• Maintains clean work areas and equipment; supports guest service.
• Follows safety policies and protects company assets.

Skills

Supervisor exp

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety regs

Food safety cert

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook at Towson University in Towson, MD. The role involves cooking per standard recipes, supervising staff, and ensuring food safety and sanitation. Candidates should have prior cooking experience and may supervise others; strong knife skills and equipment handling are needed.

The position is onsite with a focus on quality service and regulatory compliance. Benefits vary by location and may include paid time off and retirement plans.