Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food according to standard recipes and production guidelines, while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks to meet client needs and business priorities.

Responsibilities include scheduling work, training staff, setting up workstations, and ensuring high-quality food service with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Supervision experience preferred
• Experience as a cook or related role required
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and safety regulations
• Food safety certification required
• Basic math and counting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks
• Trains and guides staff on job duties and sanitation procedures
• Cooks and prepares food following recipes and guidelines
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing and chopping
• Safely uses knives and operates ovens, stoves, and other equipment
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses varied cooking methods
• Maintains proper food storage and sanitation
• Maintains excellent customer service with guests and colleagues
• Follows Aramark safety policies and ensures asset security

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food according to standard recipes and production guidelines, while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. The role may involve supervising staff and delegating tasks to meet client needs and business priorities.

Responsibilities include scheduling work, training staff, setting up workstations, and ensuring high-quality food service with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction.