Lead Cook & Kitchen Supervisor - Food Safety

Aramark Correctional Services

Dahlonega (GA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Aramark Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures. The role may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities, with duties varying by location to meet client requirements.

This position requires safe knife handling, operation of ovens and other equipment, and adherence to Aramark safety policies.

Qualifications

Supervisory experience in a related role is preferred.
Experience as a cook or related role is required.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises tasks.
Trains staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
Cooks and prepares food following recipes and production guidelines.
Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
Safely uses all food utensils and operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following guidelines.
Stores food properly and cleans work areas and utensils.
Maintains positive customer service and follows Aramark safety policies.