Lead Cook - Mineola Union Free School District

Aramark • Mineola, NY, US • 2w ago

Job Description

As a Lead Cook, you’ll assist with food prep, portioning meals, and serving our loyal customers. With guidance from your manager, you’ll learn on the job and make great connections with the people we serve. We’re looking for team players who are organized, focused, accountable, and above all, bring a positive attitude every day.

The sky is the limit for what you’ll go on to achieve next! Ignite your passion, pursue what matters.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Food Lead Cook

SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday (No weekends or Nights)

Excellent position and hours for working parents.

HOURS: Between 7 A.M. – 2P.M.

LOCATION: Mineola School District, in Mineola, NY

MUST have own Transportation - Location of school will vary.

BENEFITS: Free Meal while working

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING! Cooking, Prep, and Production experience preferred but not mandatory.

BE ON YOUR CHILD’S SCHEDULE.

JOB ID: 629911

Compensation and Benefits

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $18.50 to $19.50. 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 all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of and assist in preparation of food items for the day and dating products.
Coordinate and assist in setting up and breaking down stations designated by the manager.
Cook and otherwise prepare foods according to recipes and directions.
Responsible for use of accurate portions when preparing and serving items on the line.
Maintain daily temperature logs
Responsible for taking samples of all food items on the line prior to serving the customers.
Alert management and pull food items that do not meet quality expectations.
Complete opening and closing station checklists
Greet customers as they approach and leave the serving line
Ask customers about the quality of their service and handle any complaints while maintaining a positive attitude and smile.
Coordinate and assist in maintaining a clean work station (including floors, work areas, equipment, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks)
Ensures that all work areas and serving utensils are cleaned and sanitized
Responsible for accurate disposal of waste from the service line
Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or by cart.
Assist with daily safety observations and report safety hazards discovered in the location to management immediately
Cross-train in areas as the need arises
Able to work in concessions, catering, and special events required by your manager
Perform task as requested by your manager on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis
Completion of any task requested by a supervisor or member of the Aramark management team.
Lead all aspects of and advise the employees working on the line to ensure timely and effective service of the customers. Request support from utility workers for sanitation issues of the line as needed.

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

Great customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong Leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Serve Safe Certification
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
Food Service Experience preferred
Requires frequent lifting/transporting hot food items
Ability to work inside kitchen area, interact with heated equipment, steam, loud noise, chemicals and other at risk conditions

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).

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.