Lead Cook: Train, Lead & Elevate Kitchen Craft

Aramark; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. You will supervise staff, set up workstations, and ensure quality and consistency in all menu items.

The role requires experience as a cook and in supervisory duties, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train others. Expect a fast-paced environment with emphasis on guest satisfaction and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have previous supervisor experience in a related role.
• Experience as a cook or related role is required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• Proven knowledge of basic principles of food preparation and safety regulations.
• Certification in food safety is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises completion of tasks.
• Trains and guides staff on duties, safety procedures, and cooking methods.
• 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.
• Safely uses all food utensils including knives.
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following guidelines.
• Properly stores food following safety policies.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures.
• Produces and maintains work schedules; may prepare production records.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cook or related role

Independent work

Math and counting

Interpersonal and communication

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ovens

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare food using standard recipes and guidelines while adhering to safety and sanitation procedures. You will supervise staff, set up workstations, and ensure quality and consistency in all menu items.

The role requires experience as a cook and in supervisory duties, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train others. Expect a fast-paced environment with emphasis on guest satisfaction and teamwork.