Lead Cook - Lawrence Livermore National Labs

Aramark; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid days off

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook for the Lawrence Livermore National Labs in California. This role entails cooking and preparing food per standard recipes while supervising staff and ensuring food safety practices. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience and a food safety certification.

The position offers an hourly rate between $25.00 and $27.00 and includes comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily work activities to staff.
• Train and guide staff on job duties and food safety procedures.
• Cook and prepare food following guidelines and recipes.
• Maintain excellent customer service with a positive attitude.

Skills

Supervision

Food preparation

Food safety regulation knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Lead Cook - Lawrence Livermore National Labs

Livermore, CA 94550

Job Description

The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual in this role should safely handle knives and equipment including grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may supervise employees and delegate responsibilities. The responsibilities of the position may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines.
• Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.
• Produces and maintains work schedules and may prepare production records.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Food safety certification required.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Physical Demands

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Compensation

Hourly rate: $25.00 to $27.00.

Benefits

Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans such as 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements and employee eligibility.

Equal Opportunity

Aramark, a division of The Aramark Corporation, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.