Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Corporation; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee kitchen activities and ensure meals are prepared to standard recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise staff, set up stations, and assist with production while maintaining cleanliness and quality.

The role requires experience as a cook, a food safety certification, and the ability to train others. This position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and safe food handling in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on duty, safety procedures, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and trimming.
• Operates ovens, stoves, and other kitchen equipment safely.
• Bakes, roasts, steams, and uses various cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines.
• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of work areas and utensils.
• Provides excellent customer service and supports Aramark safety policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food safety knowledge

Cooking methods

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee kitchen activities and ensure meals are prepared to standard recipes and safety guidelines. You will supervise staff, set up stations, and assist with production while maintaining cleanliness and quality.

The role requires experience as a cook, a food safety certification, and the ability to train others. This position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and safe food handling in a fast-paced environment.