Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in East Stroudsburg is seeking a Lead Cook to lead food preparation in a client kitchen, following standardized recipes and production guidelines while upholding safety and sanitation rules. The role involves safe knife handling and operating equipment such as ovens, grills, and broilers.

You will supervise staff, train on duties and safety procedures, set up workstations, prepare ingredients, and ensure consistent portions and presentation while delivering excellent customer service to

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise daily activities and staff performance.
• Train staff on duties, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely operate ovens, grills, slicers, and other equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and utensils.
• Deliver excellent customer service to guests.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Mathematical counting skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in East Stroudsburg is seeking a Lead Cook to lead food preparation in a client kitchen, following standardized recipes and production guidelines while upholding safety and sanitation rules. The role involves safe knife handling and operating equipment such as ovens, grills, and broilers.

You will supervise staff, train on duties and safety procedures, set up workstations, prepare ingredients, and ensure consistent portions and presentation while delivering excellent customer service to