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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.50 - $16.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Uniforms Provided
Professional Development
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services. Operating in 15 countries worldwide, Aramark is rooted in service and united by a purpose to do great things for each other, their partners, communities, and the planet. With millions of guests served daily, the company is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace free from discrimination. Aramark emphasizes equal employment opportunity and respects many different characteristics protected by law such as race, gender, disability, and others. They offer employees a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, personal development, and career advancement.

The company’s mission highlights their dedication to service and impact, which carries through to their employee experience. Working at Aramark means being part of a team where talents are developed, passions are fueled, and growth is empowered. Whether pursuing a new challenge, seeking a sense of belonging, or simply looking for a great place to work, Aramark focuses on helping their staff reach their full potential.

Aramark is currently looking for passionate cooks to join their culinary teams. This role involves much more than just food preparation; it’s about creativity, craftsmanship, and the pursuit of culinary excellence. The cook position is an opportunity to experiment with different cuisines, flavors, ingredients, and cooking methods. Surrounded by fresh ingredients and high-quality kitchen equipment, cooks play an essential role in bringing recipes to life and ensuring a delightful dining experience for guests.

As a cook at Aramark, you will be expected to work in accordance with production guidelines and safety procedures designed to protect both employees and customers. The company prioritizes health and safety, meaning that cooks must adhere to food safety policies and sanitation standards. This ensures that meals prepared not only taste great but are also safe to consume.

The cooking role at Aramark involves tasks like measuring, mixing, chopping, peeling, and processing food items. You will operate various kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Proficiency in multiple cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming is essential. Additionally, cooks are responsible for arranging, garnishing, and portioning meals according to established standards.

Sanitation and cleanliness are vital in this position. Responsibilities include maintaining clean workstations, utensils, and equipment to uphold a hygienic kitchen environment. There is also a strong customer service component, where cooks are expected to maintain a positive attitude and excellent communication with colleagues and guests. The role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms is required.

Overall, the cook role at Aramark is a dynamic, hands-on culinary position perfect for individuals who have a passion for food, enjoy working in a team, and want to grow their skills in a supportive and progressive environment.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role
  • Knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety regulations
  • Ability to acquire food safety certification
  • Basic math skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Physical capability to perform lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and extended walking or standing
  • Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment

Job Qualifications

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role
  • Validated knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
  • Ability to acquire food safety certification
  • Basic math and counting skills
  • Strong 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 various 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, and 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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