Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Lead Cook to prepare menu items using standardized recipes, manage a small kitchen team, and ensure food safety and sanitation. You will set up stations, supervise prep, handle equipment, and maintain quality while delivering excellent service to guests.

The role requires knowledge of safety procedures and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This position offers benefits and opportunities for skill development within a global food

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of basic cooking methods and food safety.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong math and counting skills for portions and inventory.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, and peeling items.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food per guidelines.
• Stores food per safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and protects company assets.
• Produces and maintains work schedules and production records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook

Independent work

Math and counting

Interpersonal & communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Lead Cook to prepare menu items using standardized recipes, manage a small kitchen team, and ensure food safety and sanitation. You will set up stations, supervise prep, handle equipment, and maintain quality while delivering excellent service to guests.

The role requires knowledge of safety procedures and ability to work independently with minimal supervision. This position offers benefits and opportunities for skill development within a global food