Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $19.00
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in providing food services, facilities management, and uniform services across various industries including education, healthcare, business, and sports and entertainment. Serving millions of guests every day in 15 countries, Aramark is rooted in service and united by its purpose to do great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company fosters an inclusive work environment, promoting equal employment opportunities and valuing diversity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, and other protected characteristics.
Working at Aramark means being part of a team that values professional growth and personal development. The company emphasizes creating meaningful careers that fuel passion and empower employees to reach their full potential. Aramark’s comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental, vision plans, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off including parental leave, and disability coverage, demonstrating a strong commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.
The Cook position at Aramark offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about food and culinary arts. This role entails bringing recipes to life in a creative and dynamic environment. Surrounded by fresh ingredients and equipped with state-of-the-art kitchen tools, cooks have the opportunity to experiment with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques, fostering both creativity and skill enhancement. The job involves preparing and cooking a variety of food items following standardized recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistent quality and safety.
Safety and health are priorities in this role, with strict production guidelines and safety procedures implemented to protect employees and guests alike. The Cook prepares ingredients by measuring, mixing, chopping, and other essential cooking prep work while safely using utensils and operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Various cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming are utilized to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods.
Additionally, the Cook is responsible for food presentation by arranging and garnishing dishes according to established standards. Proper food storage and sanitation are critical aspects of the role, ensuring compliance with food safety policies. The work environment encourages teamwork, excellent customer service, and maintaining a positive attitude toward guests, clients, and coworkers. Adherence to Aramark’s safety and sanitation policies guarantees a secure and efficient workplace.
Working at Aramark means being part of a team that values professional growth and personal development. The company emphasizes creating meaningful careers that fuel passion and empower employees to reach their full potential. Aramark’s comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental, vision plans, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off including parental leave, and disability coverage, demonstrating a strong commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.
The Cook position at Aramark offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about food and culinary arts. This role entails bringing recipes to life in a creative and dynamic environment. Surrounded by fresh ingredients and equipped with state-of-the-art kitchen tools, cooks have the opportunity to experiment with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques, fostering both creativity and skill enhancement. The job involves preparing and cooking a variety of food items following standardized recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistent quality and safety.
Safety and health are priorities in this role, with strict production guidelines and safety procedures implemented to protect employees and guests alike. The Cook prepares ingredients by measuring, mixing, chopping, and other essential cooking prep work while safely using utensils and operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Various cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming are utilized to prepare meats, vegetables, and other foods.
Additionally, the Cook is responsible for food presentation by arranging and garnishing dishes according to established standards. Proper food storage and sanitation are critical aspects of the role, ensuring compliance with food safety policies. The work environment encourages teamwork, excellent customer service, and maintaining a positive attitude toward guests, clients, and coworkers. Adherence to Aramark’s safety and sanitation policies guarantees a secure and efficient workplace.
Job Requirements
- 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
- must be able to acquire food safety certification
- demonstrate basic math and counting skills
- demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
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
- 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
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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