Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook for Brown Lodge at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. The role oversees staff, follows standardized recipes, and ensures food safety during all prep and service activities.

Responsibilities include supervising daily tasks, training staff, and maintaining quality with correct portioning and sanitation. The ideal candidate has cook experience, supervisory ability, and strong communication skills to support guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates 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, safety procedures, cooking methods, and sanitation.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Operates ovens, grills, and other equipment; uses knives safely.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food per guidelines.
• Maintains food safety and sanitation throughout prep and service.
• Maintains customer service with a positive guest attitude.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Independence

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook for Brown Lodge at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. The role oversees staff, follows standardized recipes, and ensures food safety during all prep and service activities.

Responsibilities include supervising daily tasks, training staff, and maintaining quality with correct portioning and sanitation. The ideal candidate has cook experience, supervisory ability, and strong communication skills to support guest satisfaction.