Lead Cook - Southwestern University

Aramark; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Lead Cook for Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX. The role involves cooking, supervising staff, and ensuring food safety. Ideal candidates will have prior cooking experience and strong interpersonal skills. Join a team focused on service and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Previous supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign daily work activities to staff.
• Train and guide staff on food safety and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following production guidelines.

Skills

Food safety

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

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Title: Lead Cook - Southwestern University

Requisition #: 580241

Location:

Georgetown, TX, US, 78626

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

1. Schedule and assign daily work activities to staff and supervise the completion of tasks.
2. Train and guide staff on job duties, food safety, sanitation procedures, and cooking methods.
3. Cook and prepare food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
4. Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
5. Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
6. Safely use all food utensils including knives.
7. Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
8. Cook using various methods like baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, etc., on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
9. Arrange, garnish, and portion food following established guidelines.
10. Properly store food by following safety policies and procedures.
11. Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
12. Maintain excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers.
13. Follow safety policies including food safety and sanitation.
14. Ensure security of company assets.
15. Produce and maintain work schedules and production records as needed.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done makes a positive impact on our employees and customers. Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without notice.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisor experience preferred.
• Experience as a cook or related role required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Food safety certification required.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

This role may involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking, and standing. Uniforms and/or PPE may be required.

Education

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