Hotel Lead Cook - Aramark F&B located at LEGOLAND CA Hotels - Legoland California Hotels

Hotel Lead Cook - Aramark F&B

Location: Carlsbad, CA, US, 92008 Career Area: Food Service

Job Description: The Hotel 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: The Hourly rate for this position is $21.00 to $22.50. 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.

Job Responsibilities:

• Works effectively with team members to deliver exceptional customer service, focusing on creating a positive experience for children and all guests.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Cooks and prepares food following production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Ensure timely preparation and proper temperature, and appearance of all food items.
• Monitor and ensure all staff comply with shift times and scheduled breaks to maintain operational efficiency while adhering to local labor laws and ensuring meal violations and overtime (unless authorized) are limited.
• Coordinate and assist in setting up and breaking down stations designated by the manager.
• Use and care for kitchen equipment, including knives, stoves, freezers, and other machinery.
• Coordinate and assist in maintaining a clean and organized work and storage area, including sweeping, mopping, washing, scrubbing, and polishing kitchen surfaces.
• Assist with catering and special events as needed.
• Adheres to the uniform policy.
• Adheres to Aramark and client companies, San Diego County, and OSHA safety policies and procedures for proper food safety, sanitation, storage and disposal.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years' experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Able to pass a Food Handler certification exam
• Sufficient education or training to read, write, count and follow verbal and written instructions
• Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure
• Available to work holidays and weekends as well as shorter or longer hours due to business volume
• Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, and stooping Expect constant walking and standing during shifts. Occasional crawling and climbing Frequently lift and carry items weighing 20 to 40 pounds, including lifting trays over the shoulder. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds The role will require wearing uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Ability to work inside kitchen area, interacting with heated equipment, various foods, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions. Exposure to extreme temperature changes.