Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor — Culinary Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals following standard recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise staff, train on sanitation, and ensure efficient kitchen operations in a correctional setting.

This role requires safe knife and equipment handling and adherence to production guidelines. Ideal candidates have prior cooking or supervisory experience and a Food Safety Certification.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily kitchen activities and staff.
• Train staff on safety and sanitation procedures.
• Cook and prepare food following standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of foods.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Oven and grill operation

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals following standard recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise staff, train on sanitation, and ensure efficient kitchen operations in a correctional setting.

This role requires safe knife and equipment handling and adherence to production guidelines. Ideal candidates have prior cooking or supervisory experience and a Food Safety Certification.