Title:  Lead Cook - East Stroudsburg University

Job Description

The Lead Cook is a supervisory position within the Catering Department at East Stroudsburg University. This position will provide the opportunity to lead a team and utilize culinary experience.

At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us!  

Job Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes within the catering department. 
• Meet event deadlines in accordance with the banquet event order(s). 
• Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed
• Ensure all food and beverages are presented, served, and stored according to company standards and health regulations.
• Resolve any issues or last-minute changes during events with professionalism. 
• Maintain accurate records of events, staff hours, and client feedback.
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment. 
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items. 
• Safely uses a variety of utensils, including knives. 
• Operates various equipment, including ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. 
• 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 demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc. 
• Adheres to Aramark's safety policies and procedures, including maintaining accurate food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ensures security of company assets.
• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.   
   

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done makes a positive impact for both our employees and our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service event management.
• Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations, such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification preferred).
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.

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.