Cook

Frisco, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Safe working environment

Job Description

Aramark is a leading global food service, facilities, and uniform services provider serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a commitment to delivering exceptional service, Aramark is rooted in a mission that values service, community, and environmental stewardship. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive work environment that promotes equal opportunity and diversity across all levels. Employees at Aramark are empowered to grow professionally, develop their talents, and pursue new challenges in a supportive and dynamic atmosphere.

This role is for a Cook within Aramark’s food services team. The Cook will be an essential part of bringing recipes to life, engaging in food preparation, and contributing creative ideas to enhance culinary offerings. Working in an environment equipped with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, the Cook will use different cooking methods, experiment with cuisines and flavors, and follow production guidelines to ensure quality and safety. This full-time position emphasizes adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols, with a strong focus on teamwork, customer service, and maintaining a positive workplace environment. The Cook will contribute to preparing, cooking, and presenting food while adhering to company policies and security of assets. Physical demands such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods are part of the job, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

Aramark supports employees with a comprehensive safety program and offers opportunities for skill development and career progression. Employees benefit from an environment where contributions impact both guests and communities positively. For those passionate about food and culinary arts, this role provides the perfect setting to pursue culinary excellence and ignite a deeper passion for cooking.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role
Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and cooking methods
Ability to follow food safety regulations accurately
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for extended periods
Willingness to wear uniforms and 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
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
Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
Ensures security of company assets