Cook - Aramark @ FORD Kansas City Assembly Plant

Independence, MO, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Uniform allowance

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in providing food services, facilities management, and uniform services to millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a strong commitment to service, Aramark's mission is rooted in creating positive impacts for its employees, clients, partners, and communities while fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. The company embraces diversity and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, ensuring a safe and supportive workplace for everyone regardless of background or personal characteristics. Aramark dedicates itself to professional development, encouraging employees to nurture their talents, pursue their passions, and achieve their full potential in an engaging and dynamic setting. The organization's extensive reach and comprehensive service offerings establish it as a leading company in the food and facilities management industry.

The role of Cook at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and food preparation. As a Cook, you will be immersed in a vibrant environment where creativity is highly encouraged, allowing you to experiment with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques using fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment. The position involves preparing a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes and production guidelines, ensuring that each meal meets high standards of quality, safety, and presentation. You will play an essential role in the kitchen team by setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, cooking using various methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation. Additionally, you will be responsible for adhering to Aramark’s strict food safety protocols and operational procedures to guarantee food security and customer satisfaction. This role may require physical endurance including lifting, bending, and prolonged standing and walking, emphasizing the need for a strong, motivated candidate committed to delivering excellent culinary service. Working at Aramark offers not only the chance to grow your culinary skills but also to be part of a company that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This position is ideal for those eager to ignite their passion for cooking, be part of a collaborative team, and build a rewarding career in the food service industry.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
ability to acquire food safety certification
basic math and counting skills
interpersonal communication skills
physical ability to perform lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing
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, 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