Cook - Hillsborough County Jail Food

Tampa, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Uniform allowance

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries worldwide. Rooted in service and united by a strong purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. As an organization, Aramark values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities and creating a workplace where everyone can participate fully without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

At Aramark, a career is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. The company’s supportive environment encourages employees to pursue new challenges, find a sense of belonging, and enjoy a rewarding workplace. If you are passionate about food and cooking, you will find an excellent opportunity to explore culinary creativity and skill in this role.

The Cook position at Aramark is designed for individuals who love to cook and are enthusiastic about food preparation. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in bringing recipes to life while having the freedom to express your creativity through different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. Working surrounded by fresh ingredients and equipped with top-notch kitchen tools, you will develop a deeper appreciation for food beyond the basics of cooking.

In this role, you will be committed to following Aramark’s production guidelines and safety procedures to ensure that every dish prepared meets high-quality standards and complies with food safety regulations. The job requires not only cooking skills but also adherence to food handling, sanitation, and storage policies that protect both the health of customers and the operational success of the company.

The Cook position demands hands-on involvement with a variety of culinary techniques such as baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and more. It includes preparation of ingredients through measuring, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling, as well as safe use of kitchen utensils and equipment like ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Beyond cooking, the role requires maintaining a clean and sanitary workstation and delivering excellent customer service with a positive attitude.

Aramark encourages continuous development and the acquisition of new skills. Employees in this role should be flexible to adapt to changing duties to meet business needs without prior notice. You will be working in a dynamic team environment, contributing to the high standards for which Aramark is known, and helping create memorable dining experiences for guests.

As part of the team, you will also be expected to support company policies regarding safety and security of assets, contributing to a safe and productive workplace. This position may involve physical activities such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing. It may also require the use of uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE).

This full-time Cook role offers a platform for those who are passionate about culinary arts to shine and grow professionally while being part of a worldwide company dedicated to making a meaningful difference every day.

Job Requirements

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 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