Cook - Univ. of Dallas

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.25 - $17.75
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
uniform provided

Job Description

Aramark is a leading global provider of food services, facilities management, and uniform services. With operations spanning 15 countries and serving millions of guests every day, Aramark is rooted in service and united by a purpose to do great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark emphasizes equal employment opportunity and inclusivity, ensuring that all employees can participate fully in the company without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status by law. The company operates in diverse sectors, including food services, offering career growth opportunities, skill development, and a supportive work environment. At Aramark, employees are encouraged to pursue new challenges and professional growth while working in an environment that fuels passion and fosters a sense of belonging. Employees have access to various resources and are actively engaged via Aramark's digital platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, reflecting its commitment to connectivity and community engagement.

The role of a Cook at Aramark is an opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking and food preparation to bring recipes to life with creativity and skill. As a Cook, the candidate will work surrounded by fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, immersing themselves in an environment where experimenting with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles is encouraged. The position involves preparing a wide range of food items according to standardized recipes and production guidelines, ensuring quality and safety at every step. Cooks will be responsible for measuring, weighing, chopping, mixing, and prepping ingredients while safely operating kitchen tools and machinery such as ovens, stoves, mixers, and slicers. The job also includes tasks like baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, arranging, garnishing, and portioning food according to established guidelines.

Maintaining food safety and sanitation standards is paramount in this role, and adherence to Aramark's safety policies and procedures is required. This includes proper food storage, cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment, and ensuring the security of company assets. The Cook position also demands excellent customer service skills and maintaining a positive demeanor towards guests, co-workers, clients, and customers.

This role may involve physical duties such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, extended walking, and standing for prolonged periods. It may also require wearing uniforms and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure safety in the workplace. Aramark values developing new skills and adaptability, acknowledging that job duties may evolve according to client needs and business demands. This job offers more than just cooking—it's an opportunity to ignite a passion for culinary arts while contributing to a globally respected organization committed to employees' growth and well-being.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role required
  • knowledge of food preparation principles and food safety regulations
  • ability to acquire food safety certification
  • basic math and counting skills
  • verbal and written communication skills
  • may require physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull, walk and stand for extended periods
  • must be able to wear uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines

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 prepare 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

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