Evening Cook

Greensboro, NC, USA|

Job Overview

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Discounts

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a deep-rooted commitment to service and a strong sense of purpose, Aramark strives to create positive impacts not only for its customers and partners but also for the communities and environments it serves. The company offers diverse career opportunities aimed at fostering professional growth, fueling passion, and developing talents in a supportive and inclusive workplace. Aramark champions equal employment opportunity, ensuring that all employees can participate freely and fully in the organization's mission without discrimination on any legally protected basis.

The role of Cook at Aramark provides an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary arts and food preparation. As a Cook, you will be surrounded by fresh ingredients, advanced cooking equipment, and a creative environment that encourages exploration of various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques. This hands-on role involves preparing a wide variety of food items according to standardized recipes and production guidelines set to maintain high-quality standards. The Cook position requires a commitment to food safety and sanitation protocols to ensure the health and well-being of customers and staff.

Working as a Cook at Aramark enables you to develop your culinary skills further while contributing positively to each dining experience. You will engage in tasks such as measuring and preparing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, and presenting dishes with care and precision. The role also emphasizes teamwork, excellent customer service, and adherence to company policies aimed at maintaining a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

Aramark supports its employees with clear safety procedures and production standards that help them perform their best in a safe and nurturing work environment. By joining Aramark as a Cook, you enter a dynamic and innovative food service environment where your creativity, attention to detail, and passion for cooking are valued and encouraged. This role is ideal for individuals looking to advance their culinary career within a globally recognized company known for its dedication to sustainability, community impact, and employee development.

Job Requirements

Experience as a cook or in a related role required
Knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations
Ability to acquire food safety certification
Basic math and counting skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills

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
Demonstrate 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, etc.
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