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.

The Lead Cook will:

• Schedule and assign daily work activities to staff and supervise the completion of tasks.
• Train and guide staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, and cooking methods.
• Cook and prepare food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely use all food utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use various cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food following established guidelines.
• Properly store food by following food safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers.
• Follow Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.
• Ensure security of company assets.
• Produce and maintain work schedules and may prepare production records.

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.

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).

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.

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. 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.

• Equal employment opportunity.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Positive impact on employees and customers.

• 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.
• Proven knowledge of food preparation principles and cooking methods.
• Food safety certification required.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.