Lead Cook & Kitchen Team Leader

Aramark Correctional Services; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Cook role at Aramark responsibilities include cooking and preparing food following standard recipes while observing food safety, sanitation, and handling guidelines. Supervising staff and assigning daily tasks are part of the duties, with emphasis on safety and quality in a client-focused environment.

This position requires prior cooking experience, supervisory ability, independent work, and a solid understanding of cooking methods and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Strong basic math and counting skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises 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, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely uses knives and operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Cooks using various methods and portions food according to guidelines.
• Maintains food safety, sanitation, and proper storage.
• Cleans work areas and utensils and maintains customer service.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and ensures asset security.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Math skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Lead Cook role at Aramark responsibilities include cooking and preparing food following standard recipes while observing food safety, sanitation, and handling guidelines. Supervising staff and assigning daily tasks are part of the duties, with emphasis on safety and quality in a client-focused environment.

This position requires prior cooking experience, supervisory ability, independent work, and a solid understanding of cooking methods and safety regulations.