Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to manage food production in a structured environment, following standardized recipes and safety procedures. You will supervise staff, train teammates, and ensure the highest standards of quality and sanitation while operating kitchen equipment.

The role requires knowledge of varied cooking methods, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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 food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper handling, sanitation, and storage
• 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 the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
• Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

Skills

Supervision experience

Cook/food preparation

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to manage food production in a structured environment, following standardized recipes and safety procedures. You will supervise staff, train teammates, and ensure the highest standards of quality and sanitation while operating kitchen equipment.

The role requires knowledge of varied cooking methods, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.