Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
work/life resources
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Coverage
Job Description
Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries worldwide. With a mission rooted in service and driven by purpose, Aramark strives to make a meaningful impact not only for its clients but also for its employees, communities, and the planet. The company values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every employee enjoys equal employment opportunity and a supportive work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics.
As a Cook at Aramark, you become an essential part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role is ideal for someone passionate about food, eager to bring recipes to life, and enthusiastic about experimenting with diverse cuisines and cooking techniques. Working with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, you will engage in various cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare flavorful dishes that meet established production guidelines. This position offers an hourly wage of $17.75 and is designed to encourage creativity within a structured environment focused on safety and quality standards.
In this role, you will set up your workstation efficiently with all necessary ingredients and tools, prepare ingredients through measuring, chopping, and mixing, and operate kitchen equipment like ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers safely. Beyond food preparation, you will ensure proper storage of food items following safety policies, maintain clean and sanitized work areas, and uphold a positive and professional demeanor around coworkers, clients, and customers. Aramark emphasizes the importance of adhering to strict food safety and sanitation procedures to protect both employee well-being and customer satisfaction.
Joining Aramark as a Cook means contributing to a dynamic work environment where ongoing skill development and a strong commitment to getting the job done are highly valued. While duties may evolve based on business needs and client requirements, Aramark provides comprehensive benefit programs including medical, dental, vision coverage, work-life resources, retirement savings plans like 401(k), parental leave, and disability coverage. The company also ensures legal compliance with fair chance hiring practices, offering opportunities for all qualified candidates. Aramark is more than just a workplace; it's a community where your passion for food and service can flourish alongside professional growth opportunities. Whether you are looking to deepen your culinary skills or seeking a rewarding career with a recognized global brand, this position at Aramark offers the platform to pursue what matters to you and ignite your passion every day.
As a Cook at Aramark, you become an essential part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role is ideal for someone passionate about food, eager to bring recipes to life, and enthusiastic about experimenting with diverse cuisines and cooking techniques. Working with fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, you will engage in various cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming to prepare flavorful dishes that meet established production guidelines. This position offers an hourly wage of $17.75 and is designed to encourage creativity within a structured environment focused on safety and quality standards.
In this role, you will set up your workstation efficiently with all necessary ingredients and tools, prepare ingredients through measuring, chopping, and mixing, and operate kitchen equipment like ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers safely. Beyond food preparation, you will ensure proper storage of food items following safety policies, maintain clean and sanitized work areas, and uphold a positive and professional demeanor around coworkers, clients, and customers. Aramark emphasizes the importance of adhering to strict food safety and sanitation procedures to protect both employee well-being and customer satisfaction.
Joining Aramark as a Cook means contributing to a dynamic work environment where ongoing skill development and a strong commitment to getting the job done are highly valued. While duties may evolve based on business needs and client requirements, Aramark provides comprehensive benefit programs including medical, dental, vision coverage, work-life resources, retirement savings plans like 401(k), parental leave, and disability coverage. The company also ensures legal compliance with fair chance hiring practices, offering opportunities for all qualified candidates. Aramark is more than just a workplace; it's a community where your passion for food and service can flourish alongside professional growth opportunities. Whether you are looking to deepen your culinary skills or seeking a rewarding career with a recognized global brand, this position at Aramark offers the platform to pursue what matters to you and ignite your passion every day.
Job Requirements
- Experience as a cook or in a related role
- Knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations
- Ability to acquire food safety certification
- Basic math skills
- Strong communication skills
- Physical ability to perform lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking or standing
- Willingness to wear uniforms and 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
- 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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