Cook - Ohio Wesleyan University

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $21.00
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services operating in 15 countries around the world. With a commitment rooted deeply in service and united by a cohesive purpose, Aramark strives to make a meaningful impact not only for its clients and partners but also for the communities and environments they serve. The company is renowned for delivering exceptional experiences through its dedicated workforce, which interacts with millions of guests daily, providing premium food and facility solutions across a diverse range of sectors including education, healthcare, sports, leisure, and business. Aramark emphasizes creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where all employees are encouraged to develop their talents, pursue their passions, and advance professionally. The organization strongly advocates for equal employment opportunities and maintaining a harassment-free workplace, ensuring diversity and respect for every individual regardless of race, gender, age, or any other protected status.

The Cook role at Aramark is designed for individuals who have a genuine passion for food and cooking. This position offers an exciting opportunity to bring recipes to life while incorporating creativity and experimenting with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. As a Cook, you will be immersed in a vibrant culinary environment where fresh ingredients and top-tier equipment are provided to ensure excellent food preparation results. The role demands adherence to production guidelines and safety protocols to uphold food quality and customer satisfaction consistently. With an hourly wage ranging from $17.00 to $21.00, this position not only offers competitive pay but also provides access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and retirement savings plans such as a 401(k).

Working as a Cook at Aramark means engaging with meticulous food preparation tasks like measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling ingredients, as well as using a variety of cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. You will be responsible for setting up your workstation efficiently, ensuring food safety and sanitation, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. The role demands the ability to operate cooking equipment safely and effectively, and to garnish and portion food according to established standards. Beyond cooking, maintaining excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards colleagues and customers is vital. Aramark values resilience and adaptability, understanding that job duties may evolve based on business needs and client requirements. This position is excellent for someone eager to grow their culinary skills, contribute to a dynamic team, and pursue a fulfilling career in the food service industry. Aramark's supportive environment, combined with the opportunity to work with high-quality resources and a passionate team, makes this Cook role a rewarding career choice.

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 prepares 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

No experience required


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