Lead Cook - Seattle Convention Center

Aramark Correctional Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals according to recipes and production guidelines while following food safety and sanitation procedures. You will supervise and guide kitchen staff, delegate tasks, and ensure timely meal service in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience as a cook or supervisor, strong English communication, and the ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Leads teams and coordinates daily food service tasks.
• Must read, speak and communicate effectively in English.
• Experience supervising staff preferred; cook experience required.
• Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Able to perform basic math and measurements in cooking and prep.
• Willingness to work long hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and handle physical demands of kitchen work.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work to a food service team.
• Trains staff on food safety, sanitation, and cooking methods.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods per recipes and guidelines.
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping food items.
• Operates ovens, stoves, processors, and other kitchen equipment.
• Garnishes and portions food according to standards.
• Maintains cleanliness and adheres to safety policies.
• Supports Aramark safety policies and protects company assets.

Skills

Leads teams

Punctual

Long hours

English proficiency

Supervisor experience

Cook experience

Independent work

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Job Description

The Lead Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. The individual should safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc. The Lead Cook may be responsible for oversight or delegation of responsibilities within the culinary operation.

Essential functions and responsibilitiesof the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirementsand business needs.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $28.42 to $30.33. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

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 like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits,

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work assignments to a food service team and oversees the completion of tasks
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, proper food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to 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 utilizes a variety of utensils including knifes
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Effectively leads teams
• Punctual
• Able to work long hours, weekends and holidays as needed to meet event driven business needs
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Previous experience as a supervisor in a related role preferred
• Experience as a cook or in a 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
• Must be able to obtain Washington State Food Worker card
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 50 lbs.

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).

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.