Food Production Chef

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Resources and Programs Geared Towards Balancing Work and Personal Commitments

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that enrich and nourish the lives of people in various settings including healthcare, education, business, and sports and entertainment venues. Known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Aramark fosters an inclusive workplace where every employee is provided with equal opportunities for growth and development, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. This commitment is reflected in their policies that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a Food Production Chef at Aramark, you will have the unique opportunity to bring your culinary creativity to life while working with top-quality equipment and fresh ingredients. This role allows chefs to experiment with various cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques, immersing themselves in a dynamic and engaging food production environment. Aramark emphasizes safety and health protocols, ensuring that all team members can work in a safe and supportive environment. The company provides comprehensive safety protocols and production standards that support culinary professionals in doing what they love with the utmost care for their health and well-being.

This full-time position involves preparing a variety of dishes in accordance with set recipes and production guidelines. The Food Production Chef is responsible for setting up their workstation with all necessary ingredients and equipment, accurately measuring and preparing ingredients, and using a range of utensils and cooking appliances such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. The role demands proficiency in multiple cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming, and requires attention to detail in food presentation through proper arrangement, garnishing, and portioning.

In addition to culinary tasks, the Food Production Chef is expected to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of their work area and tools, comply with food safety and hygiene policies, and uphold excellent customer service standards. This position requires physical stamina for activities such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods. The role also demands the ability to communicate effectively with team members and guests, ensuring a positive and respectful atmosphere.

Aramark offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the overall well-being of its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, programs aimed at helping employees balance work and personal life, and retirement savings plans such as the 401(k). Additional benefits like paid leave for parental leave and disability insurance further enhance the total rewards package, making Aramark a desirable employer for culinary professionals looking for career growth and stability.

Working at Aramark also means being part of a company that invests in employee development through training, leadership programs, and online learning platforms. This approach fosters career advancement and personal growth, helping employees build rewarding careers within the organization. Moreover, Aramark offers flexible work options in certain roles, reflecting its dedication to accommodating diverse employee needs and lifestyles.

Job Requirements

  • Experience in cooking or a comparable role
  • food safety certification
  • knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques
  • compliance with food safety regulations
  • ability to perform physical work involving lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for long periods
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to use kitchen utensils and operate cooking equipment safely

Job Qualifications

  • Applicants must have experience in cooking or a comparable role to qualify for this position
  • Confirmed grasp of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking techniques, and compliance with food safety regulations, which include accurate food handling, cleanliness, and storage procedures
  • Fulfilling the requirements for food safety certification is crucial
  • Illustrate expertise in basic math operations and numerical counting proficiency
  • Highlights proficiency in interpersonal communication skills, including both written and verbal communication
  • The physical requirements include tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing

Job Duties

  • Being a Food Production Chef on our team will allow you to express your creativity and assist in making recipes come to life!
  • Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs
  • 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, 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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