Cook - UTenn Premium

Knoxville, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in providing food services, facilities management, and uniform services to a diverse range of clients spanning across 15 countries. Known for its unwavering commitment to service excellence, Aramark serves millions of customers daily with a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality experiences. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where every employee has the opportunity to grow professionally and pursue their passions. At Aramark, diversity is celebrated, and equal employment opportunity is a fundamental principle, ensuring a fair and respectful workplace free from discrimination of any kind.

The role of Cook at Aramark offers a unique opportunity for individuals who have a passion for culinary arts and enjoy creating delicious meals. This position places you in an environment enriched with fresh ingredients, top-notch equipment, and a dynamic kitchen setting that encourages creativity and experimentation with various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors. As a Cook, you will not only prepare and cook food according to standardized recipes but also engage in multiple aspects of food preparation such as measuring, mixing, chopping, and seasoning. The company places a strong emphasis on food safety, adhering to strict production guidelines and sanitation standards to ensure the health and well-being of both employees and customers. By working at Aramark, you will be part of a team that supports your passion while providing a structured and safe work environment.

In this role, you will be expected to manage your workstation efficiently, operate various cooking and kitchen equipment like ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers, and employ multiple cooking techniques including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. Attention to detail is critical as the proper arrangement, garnishing, and portion control of food are integral to the service quality Aramark upholds. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and utensils not only ensures compliance but also reflects the company’s dedication to excellent customer service and a hospitable dining experience.

Aramark encourages employees to continuously develop their skills and adapt to changing job duties that may arise based on client needs and business goals. This flexibility helps maintain a dynamic workplace where employees contribute to meaningful outcomes and customer satisfaction. Employees in this position should be prepared for some physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended periods of walking or standing. The role also requires adherence to safety measures, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary.

Overall, a career as a Cook at Aramark goes beyond just meal preparation; it is about igniting your passion for food, contributing to a larger mission of service, and growing within a global company that values each team member equally and supports their professional journey.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation and various cooking methods
Knowledge of food safety regulations including accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math and counting skills
Interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to perform physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing
Willingness to wear uniforms and/or use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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

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 a variety of 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, co-workers
Adhere to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
Ensure security of company assets