Cook

Richardson, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Uniform allowance

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark is dedicated to excellence for its partners, communities, employees, and the planet. The company prioritizes equal employment opportunity and values diversity, ensuring all employees can participate fully in the organization free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. Aramark fosters personal and professional growth by nurturing talents, fueling passions, and empowering career development, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful work and community belonging. Aramark's commitment to its people and partners drives it to create positive impacts locally and globally while maintaining high standards of service and safety.

The role of Cook at Aramark provides a unique opportunity to bring passion and creativity to food preparation. As a Cook, you will be surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best kitchen equipment, enabling you to experiment with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques. The position involves following strict production guidelines while allowing enough flexibility to express culinary creativity. You will play a key role in preparing high-quality food items by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, and cooking ingredients to meet standardized recipes and safety protocols. The Cook will operate various kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers, to bake, roast, broil, and steam a wide variety of foods, including meats and vegetables.

Additionally, you will be responsible for garnishing, arranging, and portioning food according to established standards, ensuring food is properly stored and all work areas and utensils are cleaned and sanitized to maintain optimum hygiene. This role requires maintaining a positive customer service attitude and adhering to all Aramark safety policies, including food safety and sanitation practices. Safety procedures and production guidelines are in place to protect your health while you enjoy doing what you love. The role also involves some physical aspects such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing. Personal protective equipment may also be required. The Cook position at Aramark is ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments, are passionate about food, and are committed to delivering excellent culinary experiences in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Join Aramark and ignite your passion for cooking while pursuing a rewarding career where your skills will be appreciated and your professional growth supported.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Knowledge of food preparation and safety regulations
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math and counting skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills

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