Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; Granville Township (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for preparing meals using standard recipes and safety guidelines. You may supervise staff, set up workstations, and ensure proper food handling and sanitation.

The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to client requirements and business needs. The position offers hourly compensation of $20.00 to $24.00, with benefits that may vary by location and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience 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
• Food safety certification required
• Good math and counting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily activities to staff and supervise tasks
• Train staff on duties, safety, sanitation, and cooking methods
• Cook and prepare food following recipes and guidelines
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and trimming
• Safely use utensils and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers
• Cook using broiling, roasting, steaming and other methods
• Garnish and portion food according to guidelines
• Store food per safety policies
• Clean and sanitize areas, equipment and utensils
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude
• Follow safety policies and protect company assets

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Lead Cook responsible for preparing meals using standard recipes and safety guidelines. You may supervise staff, set up workstations, and ensure proper food handling and sanitation.

The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to client requirements and business needs. The position offers hourly compensation of $20.00 to $24.00, with benefits that may vary by location and regulatory requirements.