Cook - The Citadel at Myers Park - Food

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
supportive work environment

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of customers daily in over 15 countries worldwide. Known for its commitment to quality, service, and innovation, Aramark operates across diverse industries including education, healthcare, sports, leisure, and business dining. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility, continuously striving to make a positive impact on communities, partners, and the environment through its practices and initiatives. Aramark fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equal opportunity for all employees regardless of race, gender, age, or background.

Joining Aramark as a Cook provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic food service environment where creativity and passion for cooking come to life. This role involves preparing a wide variety of dishes based on standardized recipes and production guidelines while allowing flexibility to experiment with different cuisines and cooking techniques. Cooks at Aramark work with fresh ingredients and advanced kitchen equipment to deliver high-quality meals that meet strict safety and sanitation standards. The company prioritizes the health and safety of its employees by enforcing comprehensive food production and safety protocols designed to maintain a clean and secure working environment.

As part of this role, you will be responsible for setting up workstations with all necessary ingredients and equipment, preparing ingredients through measuring, mixing, chopping, and peeling, and cooking food using methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. You will also handle various kitchen tools safely, including knives and slicers, while ensuring proper storage of food items to comply with food safety policies. Maintaining cleanliness of our kitchen and work areas is critical to the job, as is delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a positive interaction with guests, coworkers, and clients.

Aramark encourages its employees to grow and develop new skills continuously. This role may require physical endurance, including lifting, bending, and extended standing or walking, as well as adherence to uniforms and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary. Working as a Cook at Aramark is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values your talents and determination, helping you achieve your career potential while contributing positively to the company's mission. Whether you are looking to develop your culinary skills or advance in the food service industry, Aramark offers a supportive environment to pursue your passion for cooking and excellent service.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or related role
  • Knowledge of food preparation principles and food safety regulations
  • Ability to acquire food safety certification
  • Basic math and counting skills
  • Physical ability to perform lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended standing or walking
  • Willingness to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment
  • Effective communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role
  • Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
  • Ability to acquire food safety certification
  • Basic math and counting skills
  • 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
  • Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use various 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, and co-workers
  • Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures, including accurate food safety and sanitation
  • Ensure security of company assets

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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