Lead Cook

The Food Service Worker at Chain O Lakes Correctional Facility supervises inmates to ensure that meal and food items are prepared in accordance with production plans. In this role, you will train workers in methods of performing duties, as well as assign and coordinate work to promote the efficiency of operations. This person is also responsible for the sanitation of the facility and maintaining personal safety, by conforming to all standards and regulations. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs. Benefits: Full Health Benefits, 401k*, Vacation/PTO, Holiday Pay, College Tuition Assistance, Free Shift Meals & MORE! 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. 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). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr