Cook - Hancock County Jail

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.00 - $18.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work/life resources
401(k) retirement plan
Paid parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services operating in 15 countries. This multinational company is dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to millions of guests daily through various platforms, including food preparation, catering, and facilities management. With a deep-rooted mission anchored in service and unity, Aramark emphasizes creating positive impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, offering a welcoming work environment that embraces individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring nondiscrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Aramark takes pride in fostering professional growth, empowering employees to develop their talents, pursue their passions, and reach their fullest potential across diverse career paths.

The role of a Cook at Aramark is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food preparation and culinary creativity. This position involves more than just following recipes; it invites the Cook to explore and experiment with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking methods within a supportive environment equipped with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment. Working as a Cook, you will bring recipes to life, ensuring high quality and adherence to Aramark’s production guidelines and safety procedures. The role requires versatility in food preparation, including chopping, mixing, weighing, cooking, garnishing, and proper food storage in compliance with safety standards. Key responsibilities also include maintaining a clean and sanitized workstation and equipment while upholding excellent customer service and a positive attitude.

The compensation for this position is hourly, with a rate range from $16.00 to $18.00, reflecting Aramark’s commitment to providing competitive pay. In addition to salary, Aramark offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees such as medical, dental, vision insurance, and access to work-life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid parental leave, and disability coverage, though these vary by location and eligibility.

Joining Aramark as a Cook provides not only a job but a pathway to develop new culinary skills, gain valuable experience in the food service industry, and contribute to a globally respected brand dedicated to quality, service, and sustainability. This is a role for individuals who are motivated by the art of cooking and a genuine desire to provide exceptional food experiences. It’s a dynamic position that will challenge and reward your culinary talents while reinforcing the importance of health, safety, and teamwork in the workplace.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role
  • Knowledge of basic food preparation and cooking methods
  • Ability to acquire food safety certification
  • Basic math and counting skills
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to wear uniforms and use personal protective equipment
  • Commitment to follow safety and sanitation guidelines

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
  • 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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