Cook

Portland, OR, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

work/life resources

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in providing food services, facilities management, and uniform services across various sectors including education, healthcare, business, and sports and entertainment. With a presence in 15 countries, Aramark serves millions of guests every day by delivering quality food and services that meet diverse client needs. Rooted in service and united by a common purpose, Aramark is committed to doing great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the environment. The company values equal employment opportunity and fosters an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued and empowered to succeed without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, or other protected characteristics. Aramark believes that a meaningful career is one that develops your talents, fuels your passions, and supports your professional growth, whether you seek new challenges, a sense of belonging, or a great place to work.

The Cook position at Aramark offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking and food preparation to join a dynamic team. As a Cook, you will be central to bringing recipes to life by preparing a variety of dishes in adherence to production guidelines and standardized recipes. Working with fresh ingredients and professional kitchen equipment, you can expect an engaging role that encourages creativity as you experiment with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. This full-time role emphasizes food safety, sanitation, and customer service to ensure a positive dining experience. You will be responsible for measuring, weighing, chopping, mixing, and preparing ingredients, along with operating ovens, stoves, slicers, and other kitchen tools. Additionally, this role requires maintaining clean and sanitized workstations while following Aramark's safety policies.

Beyond food preparation, the Cook role promotes growth by encouraging continuous skill development and adaptability, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to excellence and positive impact. Working with Aramark means engaging in a company culture that supports your health and safety and nurtures your passion for culinary arts. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to contribute to outstanding food service delivery while enjoying benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role
Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and cooking methods
Understanding of food safety regulations
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for extended periods
Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment
Availability for full-time work

Job Qualifications

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Validated knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations including accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
Must be able to acquire food safety certification
Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

Job Duties

Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
Safely use a variety of utensils including knives
Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers
Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use various cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to established guidelines
Properly store food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils
Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
Ensure security of company assets