Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.00 - $25.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work/life resources
retirement savings plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries worldwide. Rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact not only for its customers but also for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering equal employment opportunities irrespective of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or other protected characteristics. Aramark’s mission is to do great things for each other and the communities it serves, making it a great place for individuals looking to grow their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Aramark is currently seeking a passionate Cook to join their team. This role is perfect for someone who loves cooking and wants to be surrounded by fresh ingredients and high-quality equipment. The Cook position offers an opportunity to bring recipes to life while experimenting with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles, allowing creativity and culinary skills to develop. This position is hourly paid, with a competitive rate ranging from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour. Aramark emphasizes health and safety in its food production processes by enforcing strict production guidelines and safety procedures. Employees in this role are encouraged to pursue what matters most to them, ignite their passion for cooking, and reach new heights in their culinary careers.

The Cook's role involves preparing a wide range of foods according to standardized recipes and production guidelines. The position requires setting up workstations with the necessary ingredients and equipment and preparing ingredients through measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling. Safe use of utensils and cooking equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers is essential, as well as mastering multiple cooking methods, including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming various types of food. Attention to detail is critical as cooks are responsible for garnishing and portioning food, maintaining food safety by adhering to proper storage and sanitation protocols, and keeping their work areas clean and sanitized. Being customer-focused is equally important, as the role requires maintaining excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards guests, clients, co-workers, and other stakeholders.

Aramark supports its employees with comprehensive benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision care, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement plans such as a 401(k), paid days off like parental leave, and disability coverage. These benefits may vary depending on geographic location, employee eligibility, and other legal requirements. Employees in this position may experience physical demands, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of standing or walking. Uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) may also be required. Aramark encourages continuous skill development and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs, offering a career path that empowers professional growth and personal success.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role
  • knowledge of food preparation and safety regulations
  • ability to acquire food safety certification
  • basic math skills
  • strong communication skills
  • physical ability for lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended standing or walking
  • willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment

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 prepare 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

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