Lead Cook - Rutgers University Camden

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. Aramark serves millions of guests daily through food and facilities in 15 countries.

About the role

The Lead Cook prepares food using standard recipes and production guidelines while following food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures. This role may supervise employees, delegate responsibilities, and vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and assigns daily work activities to staff and supervises task completion
• Trains and guides staff on job duties, food safety, sanitation procedures, and cooking methods
• 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 food utensils including knives and operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers
• Applies various cooking methods (baking, roasting, broiling, steaming) 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 toward guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
• 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
• Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice

Requirements

• Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred
• Experience as a cook or related role required
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Proven knowledge of food preparation principles, cooking methods, and food safety regulations (proper handling, sanitation, storage)
• Food safety certification required
• Basic math and counting skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Physical demands

• Lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing
• May require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Pay

Hourly rate: $22.00 to $26.00

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Work/life resources
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k))
• Paid days off, including parental leave and disability coverage

Benefits vary by location, legal requirements, employee eligibility, and where the employee lives and/or works.