Home
/
Comprehensive
/
Lead Cook - Knoxville, TN
Lead Cook - Knoxville, TN-August 2024
Knoxville
Aug 8, 2026
ABOUT ARAMARK
At Aramark, we grow and advance the lives of millions by providing food, facilities, and uniforms services for their clients.
10,000+ employees
Food & Beverage
VIEW COMPANY PROFILE >>
About Lead Cook - Knoxville, TN

  Job Description

  The 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.

  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.

  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

  ? 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).

  #FHPRM-15

  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, facilities, and uniform services in 19 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 .

Comments
Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
SIMILAR JOBS
Sr. Staff UX Researcher, Finance and Supply Chain
At ServiceNow, our technology makes the world work for everyone, and our people make it possible. We move fast because the world can’t wait, and we innovate in ways no one else can for our customers
Senior Member of Technical Staff
Job Description Are you interested in building large-scale distributed monitoring & analytics solutions for the cloud? Do you love the idea of working in an environment with the excitement of a s
RN, Float Team I ICU /Float Pool - Part Time - Allegheny General Hospital
Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : Date Posted: 20240112 Location: Allegheny General Hospital Department: PDP Float / Team I ICU Status: Part Time Shift: 48 hours every two weeks Ro
CLEANER
Overview Position Summary Details The Cleaner position provides the cleaning and upkeep of an assigned area. Essential Functions Cleans and maintains buildings/facilities. Performs heavy cleaning dut
Manager, Partnership Management, FLEX Partnerships
Manager, Partnership Management, FLEX Partnerships - 2306157607W Description Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine., a division of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting for a
Ostra| Steward/Dishwasher
Location Mokara Hotel and Spa The Mokara Hotel & Spa, a relaxing retreat on San Antonio’s world-famous Riverwalk is just steps from all the action yet worlds away. Mokara has a long-standing hist
Pharmacy Technician
Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced
HUC I
Overview Health Unit Coordinator, Labor & Delivery Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift On call required. At Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, our women’s services unit is comprised
On Site Customer Service Representative
On-Site Customer Service Representatives Needed!!! Description: Shift 1 = 7am-4pm Mon-Fri Shift 2 = 8am-5pm Mon-Fri Shift 3 = 9am-6pm Mon-Fri All positions will train for 1.5 to 2 weeks Mon-Fri 8am-5
Lead Engineer (Manager) Sentinel Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Remote
Business Title: Lead Engineer (Manager) Sentinel Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Remote Requisition Number: 109846 - 93 Function: Business Support Services Area of Interest: State: UT City: Salt Lake C
Copyright 2023-2026 - www.zdrecruit.com All Rights Reserved