Lead Cook- Empower Field - Empower Field at Mile High

Aramark•Denver, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Empower Field is the home of the Denver Broncos and a wide variety of concerts and specialty events! 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.

Requirements

21 years of age or older (required)
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

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisor experience in a related role preferred

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 a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment – communicates quickly when a need arises to ensure productivity continues
Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items (as needed)
Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers
Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, grills, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
Ensures compliance with food temps and documentation throughout event
Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils – as per guidelines and policies
Ensures clear and concise communication with stand leads, stand workers and cashiers
Maintains excellent, friendly, and efficient customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
Ensures security of company assets
Accepts constructive feedback and provides ideas, concerns to and from leadership