Cook - Jacksonville City Detention Center

Aramark is a global leader in food services and facilities management, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark is committed to creating a positive impact for its employees, customers, communities, and the planet. The company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, ensuring equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. With a mission to do great things for others, Aramark continuously strives to develop talents, fuel passions, and empower professional growth for all its team members. This dedication makes Aramark not only a leading global service provider but also a supportive and rewarding workplace.

The Cook role at Aramark is an exciting opportunity for individuals who love to cook and are passionate about food. In this position, you will bring recipes to life and have the creative freedom to experiment with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. You will work surrounded by fresh ingredients and top-tier kitchen equipment, which allows for a vibrant and dynamic cooking environment beyond standard food preparation. The role emphasizes adherence to production guidelines and safety procedures, ensuring a healthy and safe workspace that supports your passion for cooking.

As a Cook with Aramark, your responsibilities will include preparing various types of food according to standardized recipes and production guidelines. You will be responsible for setting up your workstation with all necessary ingredients and equipment, measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items to prepare them for cooking. The use of kitchen utensils and equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers is incorporated into daily tasks. You will employ a variety of cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods. Your efforts will also focus on arranging, garnishing, and portioning food dishes according to established standards, alongside properly storing food items according to safety policies and procedures.

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, equipment, and utensils is a critical part of the job. Your role will also include providing excellent customer service while maintaining a positive demeanor toward guests, customers, colleagues, and clients. Compliance with Aramark's safety policies, including food safety and sanitation protocols, is essential to ensure the security of company assets and to create a safe and efficient workplace.

The company values employee development and recognizes that job duties may evolve over time to meet business needs or expand skills. This role may require physical tasks including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking and standing. Additionally, wearing uniforms and using personal protective equipment (PPE) may be necessary. Aramark is committed to providing a supportive environment where employees can thrive, improve their skills, and achieve their full potential, making a career at Aramark more than just a job—it’s a path to growth and fulfillment.