Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability insurance
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to creating enriching experiences through innovative and sustainable solutions. The company prides itself on fostering a workplace culture that values fairness, equality, and inclusivity, ensuring every employee is given equal opportunities for growth and development regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or veteran status. Aramark is committed to creating a respectful, supportive, and safe environment for all employees while delivering exceptional service to its clientele across multiple industries.\n\nThe role of Food Production Chef at Aramark is designed for culinary professionals who are passionate about food and creativity. This position allows individuals to express their culinary artistry by experimenting with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques. As part of a dynamic kitchen team, the Food Production Chef will work closely with premium equipment and fresh, high-quality ingredients to bring recipes to life. This role emphasizes not only food preparation and production but also maintaining rigorous food safety and sanitation standards to ensure the wellbeing of both employees and customers. The production environment is structured to support chefs through established safety protocols and production requirements that prioritize health and operational efficiency.\n\nA Food Production Chef at Aramark is responsible for preparing a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes and production guidelines, ensuring consistency and excellence in every meal served. The role involves meticulous preparation of ingredients including measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling. The successful candidate will operate a wide range of kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers while employing different cooking methods like baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to craft delicacies from meat, vegetables, and other fresh food items. Presentation skills are essential, as chefs will arrange and garnish food, ensuring it meets Aramark’s high standards.\n\nIn addition to culinary skills, maintaining cleanliness and sanitization of work areas and utensils is critical to comply with Aramark's comprehensive food safety policies. This role also requires excellent customer service skills and a positive demeanor as chefs interact with guests, co-workers, and clients, embodying the company’s commitment to respectful and uplifting service. Aramark supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, resources designed to balance work and personal commitments, retirement savings options like 401(k), and compensated leave for parental or disability situations. This position offers a meaningful career pathway for those seeking a rewarding culinary role within a large, reputable organization that values diversity and career development.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Relevant experience in food preparation or culinary arts
- Food safety certification
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Experience in cooking or a comparable role
- Confirmed grasp of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking techniques, and compliance with food safety regulations
- Fulfilled requirements for food safety certification
- Proficiency in basic math operations and numerical counting
- Proficiency in interpersonal communication skills, including written and verbal communication
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing
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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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