Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career development opportunities
uniform provided
personal protective equipment
Safe working environment
Job Description
Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests each day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to make a meaningful impact on its employees, partners, communities, and the environment. The company fosters an inclusive work culture and is devoted to promoting equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Aramark emphasizes career growth, employee development, and creating a supportive atmosphere where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally.
Joining Aramark as a Cook means becoming part of a dynamic team that values creativity, skill development, and culinary excellence. This full-time role is based at the UMMC Jackson Main Tower in Jackson, Mississippi, with working hours from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM. As a Cook, you will not only prepare delicious dishes but also experiment with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. You will be surrounded by fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, which allows you to elevate your craft while adhering to established safety and production guidelines.
The position involves much more than standard food preparation; it invites you to explore new culinary techniques and make meaningful contributions to the guest dining experience. You will be responsible for following standardized recipes, setting up your workstation, preparing and measuring ingredients, and using various cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. Additionally, you will ensure that all food storage and sanitation policies are meticulously followed to maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment. Aramark places a strong emphasis on health and safety, ensuring all team members have the resources and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and safely.
Beyond technical skills, this role calls for excellent interpersonal communication and a positive attitude toward coworkers, guests, and clients. Aramark supports your ongoing career development, offering opportunities to acquire essential certifications such as food safety, and encourages adaptability in meeting changing job duties as needed. This role may involve physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, and compliance with uniform and personal protective equipment usage is required.
Working at Aramark offers not just a job but a chance to build a meaningful culinary career in a supportive, purpose-driven environment where your passion for cooking can flourish and drive business success. Whether you are seeking to enhance your skills, work with a community-minded company, or forge a stable career path, this opportunity at Aramark provides the platform to reach new heights and realize your potential as part of a global team dedicated to excellence.
Joining Aramark as a Cook means becoming part of a dynamic team that values creativity, skill development, and culinary excellence. This full-time role is based at the UMMC Jackson Main Tower in Jackson, Mississippi, with working hours from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM. As a Cook, you will not only prepare delicious dishes but also experiment with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. You will be surrounded by fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, which allows you to elevate your craft while adhering to established safety and production guidelines.
The position involves much more than standard food preparation; it invites you to explore new culinary techniques and make meaningful contributions to the guest dining experience. You will be responsible for following standardized recipes, setting up your workstation, preparing and measuring ingredients, and using various cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. Additionally, you will ensure that all food storage and sanitation policies are meticulously followed to maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment. Aramark places a strong emphasis on health and safety, ensuring all team members have the resources and knowledge to perform their roles effectively and safely.
Beyond technical skills, this role calls for excellent interpersonal communication and a positive attitude toward coworkers, guests, and clients. Aramark supports your ongoing career development, offering opportunities to acquire essential certifications such as food safety, and encourages adaptability in meeting changing job duties as needed. This role may involve physical activity including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, and compliance with uniform and personal protective equipment usage is required.
Working at Aramark offers not just a job but a chance to build a meaningful culinary career in a supportive, purpose-driven environment where your passion for cooking can flourish and drive business success. Whether you are seeking to enhance your skills, work with a community-minded company, or forge a stable career path, this opportunity at Aramark provides the platform to reach new heights and realize your potential as part of a global team dedicated to excellence.
Job Requirements
- Experience as a cook or in a related role required
- must be able to acquire food safety certification
- demonstrate basic math and counting skills
- ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for extended periods
- must adhere to uniform and personal protective equipment requirements
- validated knowledge of food safety regulations
- ability to follow production guidelines and standardized recipes
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, etc.
- 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, etc.
- 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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