Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Granville, OH · On-site
$17 - $24/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$17.44 - $21.80/hr
Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work ...
Lead Cook
Columbus, OH · On-site
$17.44 - $21.80/hr
Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16.25 - $20.75/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Popeyes Lead Cook
London, OH · On-site
$16 - $18/hr
The Kitchen Lead is a key member of the restaurant team responsible for preparing and presenting ... Supervise and train kitchen staff i.e., Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, etc. Coach positions on food ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
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 ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
Columbus, OH · On-site
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
Lead Cook, Nationwide Arena
$19 - $21/hr
As a Cook, you will showcase your skills and be a visible leader in the kitchen. Partnering with management team members, you will plan menus, deliver food to quality standards, train kitchen team ...
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$19 - $21/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 20 days ago
Aramark rating
5.9
Based on 1,256 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
392nd of 488 rated business services
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.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The hourly rate for this position is $19.00 to $21.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises the completion of tasks.
- Trains and guides staff on job duties, standard food safety and sanitation procedures, cooking methods, etc.
- 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 food items
- Safely uses all food utensils including knives
- Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
- Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods
- Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines
- Properly stores food by following food safety policies and procedures
- Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
- Maintains excellent customer service with a positive attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
- Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation
- Ensures security of company assets
- Produces and maintains 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.
Qualifications
- 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 the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
- Food safety certification required
- Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
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).
Education
About Aramark
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.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. 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. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About Aramark
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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. 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. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Industry
Hospitality services and facilities support services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Philadelphia, PA, US