Lead Cook: Kitchen Supervisor & Food Safety Leader

ARAMARK; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

401(k)

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. The role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities to ensure timely, consistent service in a client-focused kitchen.

You will safely handle knives and kitchen equipment, set up workstations, measure and prep ingredients, and cook using a range of methods.

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 food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
• Food safety certification required
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Schedules and supervises daily staff workloads
• Trains staff on duties, food safety and sanitation
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and guidelines
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, chopping, and weighing
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Uses various cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes and portions food
• Stores food following safety policies
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures
• Ensures security of company assets
• Produces and maintains work schedules and production records

Skills

Cook experience

Supervisory experience

Food safety knowledge

Independent work

Math skills

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to standard recipes and production guidelines while upholding strict food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. The role may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities to ensure timely, consistent service in a client-focused kitchen.

You will safely handle knives and kitchen equipment, set up workstations, measure and prep ingredients, and cook using a range of methods.