Cook - INDIANAPOLIS ZOO

Indianapolis, IN, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Uniform allowance

training programs

Safety equipment

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by a commitment to excellence, Aramark aims to create meaningful experiences for its employees, clients, and communities. The company operates across diverse sectors including education, healthcare, business dining, sports and entertainment, and more, delivering not only high-quality food but also exceptional customer service and innovative solutions. Aramark is dedicated to social responsibility and sustainability, emphasizing equality and inclusion in the workplace, and fostering an environment where every employee can thrive and grow professionally. With a strong focus on employee development and empowerment, Aramark provides its workforce with ample opportunities to pursue new challenges, expand skills, and achieve their full potential in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The role of Cook at Aramark is perfect for individuals who have a passion for cooking and want to engage creatively with food preparation. As a Cook on Aramark's team, you will have the unique opportunity to bring recipes to life while experimenting with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques. This position goes far beyond just preparing meals; it immerses you in a world of culinary innovation supported by access to fresh ingredients and top-quality kitchen equipment. Your responsibilities will include cooking and preparing a variety of foods according to production guidelines and standardized recipes, ensuring adherence to food safety policies and sanitation procedures, and maintaining a clean and organized workstation. You will be expected to measure, weigh, mix, chop, trim, and peel ingredients precisely, operate kitchen machinery such as ovens and mixers effectively, and ensure that food is properly stored and arranged for presentation.

In addition to culinary duties, this role requires excellent communication skills and a positive demeanor as you will interact with guests, clients, and co-workers, providing excellent customer service at all times. Safety is a top priority at Aramark, and you will be trained and required to follow all company safety policies, including the accurate handling of food and maintenance of sanitation standards. This role may have physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking or standing, and may require the use of uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE). Recognizing the importance of continuous learning, Aramark supports the development of new skills and encourages its cooks to innovate and adapt to changing client needs. This position offers a fulfilling career path for those passionate about food and eager to contribute to a team committed to quality and excellence in every dish. If you love to cook and want to be part of a company that values your enthusiasm and culinary creativity, Aramark invites you to join their team and help make a positive impact 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
Must be able to acquire food safety certification
Ability to demonstrate basic math and counting skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be able to perform physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking and standing
Willingness to wear uniforms and use 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

Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
Safely use a variety of utensils including knives
Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to established guidelines
Properly store food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils
Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers
Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
Ensure security of company assets