Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services in Hattiesburg, MS seeks a Lead Cook to prepare food per standard recipes and guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. You may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities to meet client needs.

The role requires previous cooking experience and knowledge of food safety regulations. You will handle knives and cooking equipment, train staff, and ensure consistent quality and service for guests and clients.

Qualifications

• Prior supervision in a kitchen or related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or in a similar role required.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily activities to staff and supervises tasks.
• Trains staff on job duties and food safety procedures.
• Cooks using standardized recipes and production guidelines.
• Prepares ingredients and measures items for cooking.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and other equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and utensils.
• Ensures customer service is maintained with a positive attitude.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math & counting skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services in Hattiesburg, MS seeks a Lead Cook to prepare food per standard recipes and guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. You may supervise staff and delegate responsibilities to meet client needs.

The role requires previous cooking experience and knowledge of food safety regulations. You will handle knives and cooking equipment, train staff, and ensure consistent quality and service for guests and clients.