Lead Cook: Dining Common Operations Specialist

1 week ago


Greenville, South Carolina, United States Aramark Full time

At Aramark, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cook to join our team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role will provide the opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and leadership abilities while working with a talented group of professionals.

Job Summary

The Lead Cook will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality food products in accordance with established recipes, production guidelines, and safety protocols. This individual will also supervise and train staff members, ensuring they adhere to strict food safety standards and maintain a clean work environment.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Scheduling and assigning daily work activities to staff members and supervising the completion of tasks.
  • Training and guiding staff on job duties, standard food safety procedures, cooking methods, and other essential skills.
  • Cooking and preparing food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
  • Setting up workstations with all necessary ingredients and equipment.
  • Preparing ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
  • Safely using all food utensils, including knives.
  • Operating equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
  • Baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and utilizing various cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods.
  • Arranging, garnishing, and portioning food according to established guidelines.
  • Properly storing food by following food safety policies and procedures.
  • Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and utensils.
  • Maintaining excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, coworkers, etc.
  • FOLLOWING Aramark safety policies and procedures, including food safety and sanitation.
  • Ensuring the security of company assets.
  • Producing and maintaining work schedules and may prepare production records.

About Us

Aramark is a world leader in providing food and facilities services to businesses, institutions, and individuals around the globe. Our mission is to deliver exceptional experiences that enrich people's lives through great food, inspiring spaces, and innovative solutions.

Salary Range

$55,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience.

Requirements:

  • 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 basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
  • Food safety certification required.
  • Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
  • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.


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