Cook

Midlothian, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted deeply in service and united by a powerful purpose, Aramark is committed to making a positive impact not only for its employees and partners but also for communities and the planet. The company values diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or any other protected characteristics by law. With a focus on career development and professional growth, Aramark offers a dynamic and supportive environment where employees can nurture their talents and pursue challenges that excite them.

The Cook role at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about cooking and food preparation. As a Cook, you will be immersed in a work environment surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best kitchen equipment, allowing you to experiment with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. This position not only involves preparing food but also encourages creativity and skill development by working according to production guidelines and standardized recipes. You will be responsible for setting up your workstation, measuring, mixing, chopping, and cooking foods using multiple methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming.

Safety and food quality are paramount in this role. You will adhere to all food safety and sanitation policies to ensure that food is stored, handled, and prepared safely. Your duties will include using kitchen equipment like ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers correctly and safely, cleaning and sanitizing work areas, and maintaining the overall hygiene standard of the kitchen. Moreover, Aramark emphasizes customer service and teamwork, so you will be expected to maintain a positive demeanor while interacting with guests, customers, coworkers, and other stakeholders.

Working with Aramark means embracing new challenges and responsibilities. Job roles can evolve based on client needs, giving you the chance to develop new skills and contribute meaningfully to the team's success. This position may also involve physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. Uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required to maintain safety standards. Aramark provides a supportive environment where passion for cooking meets a commitment to health and safety, making it an ideal workplace for those who want to ignite their culinary skills and advance their careers in the food service industry.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math and counting skills
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Capability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking or standing
Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

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