Lead Cook- Alabama A&M Univ. - Ernest L Knight Complex

Company: Aramark
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: January 11, 2021

Job Description:

Job DescriptionOverview Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world's leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around the world. Our 280,000 team members deliver innovative experiences and services in food, facilities management and uniforms to millions of people every day. We strive to create a better world by making a positive impact on people and the planet, including commitments to engage our employees; empower healthy consumers; build local communities; source ethically, inclusively and responsibly; operate efficiently; and reduce waste. Aramark is recognized as aBest Place to Work by the Human Rights Campaign (LGBTQ), DiversityInc, Black Enterprise and the Disability Equality Index. Learn more atwww.aramark.com or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. Description Position Summary: 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 responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs. Essential Functions: * 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 Qualifications * 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 food safety certification * Demonstrates basic math and counting skills * Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal * Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs. #FHPRM-5

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