Cook - California State University - Sacramento State

Aramark is a global leader in food, facilities, and uniforms services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. Rooted deeply in a strong culture of service and united by a clear purpose, Aramark strives to create positive impacts not only for its associates and clients but also for communities and the planet. The company prides itself on offering a career path that fosters talent development, fuels employee passion, and empowers professional growth. Aramark emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on various protected characteristics. Their vision is to create a dynamic workplace where every employee can thrive, feel valued, and contribute meaningfully.

This Cook position offered by Aramark presents an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and food preparation. As a Cook, you will be immersed in a vibrant environment filled with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, where creativity in food preparation is encouraged and celebrated. This role goes beyond normal cooking tasks; it allows you to experiment with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques, bringing recipes to life and delighting guests with excellent food experiences. You will be expected to adhere to strict production guidelines and safety procedures, ensuring food quality and safety remain top priorities while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

The hourly rate for this position is competitively set at $26.91, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to fairly compensating skilled food service professionals. Additionally, Aramark provides an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, parental leave, disability coverage, and other wellness and work-life resources. These offerings support employees in maintaining their health, well-being, and financial security.

Working as a Cook at Aramark requires a proactive approach to maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation standards. You'll operate various kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers proficiently, prepare ingredients through measuring, weighing, chopping, and other prep methods, and ensure correct portioning and presentation of dishes. The role demands maintaining excellent customer service skills, positive interactions with team members and guests, and upholding company policies to protect assets and maintain an efficient working environment. Physical demands may include lifting, bending, pushing, and standing for extended periods, and the position might require safety uniforms and personal protective equipment.

Beyond cooking, this role offers a chance to develop new skills in a supportive environment that values employee growth and adaptability. Job duties may evolve to meet changing client requirements and business needs, highlighting Aramark’s commitment to flexibility and continuous improvement. This Cook position is perfect for those who love to cook and want to turn that passion into a rewarding career within a trusted and expansive organization.