Catering Cook

Allen, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services and facilities management, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. The company is deeply rooted in service and driven by a mission to do great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark fosters an inclusive and diverse work environment where every employee is given equal employment opportunity. With a strong commitment to professional growth and employee wellbeing, Aramark provides a workplace where talents are developed, passions are fueled, and careers are empowered.

Joining Aramark as a Cook offers an enriching opportunity to immerse yourself in the culinary arts surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best kitchen equipment. This role allows you to express your creativity by experimenting with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. Beyond food preparation, working as a Cook with Aramark means contributing to a team that values your health and safety with comprehensive safety procedures and production guidelines. The position is centered on bringing recipes to life, ensuring high-quality food production while adhering to food safety standards and maintaining excellent customer service. You will be involved in preparing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, and practicing sanitation, making this role ideal for someone passionate about food and keen on expanding their culinary skills.

The Cook role at Aramark is dynamic, with responsibilities tailored to meet client needs and operational demands. It offers a unique environment to grow your culinary knowledge, learn new cooking methods, and enhance your interaction with customers and teammates. Aramark encourages continuous skill development and adaptability, recognizing that job duties may evolve to meet the company’s commitments. This position promotes a positive and productive work atmosphere where your contributions directly impact the dining experience and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about cooking and eager to be part of a globally recognized company that values its people and their growth, the Cook role at Aramark could be the perfect match for you.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
must be able to acquire food safety certification
demonstrate basic math and counting skills
demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing
may require uniforms and/or usage of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job Qualifications

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
must be able to acquire food safety certification
demonstrate basic math and counting skills
demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

Job Duties

Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to 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 a variety of utensils including knives
operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
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 safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
ensures security of company assets