Marty's Place - Cook - College of Charleston

Job Overview

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
uniform provided

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food, facilities, and uniform services, serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries around the world. Renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service, Aramark plays an essential role in various industries including education, healthcare, business, sports, and leisure. The company’s dedication to creating great experiences and improving communities reflects in every aspect of its operations. Aramark values a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of background, and fostering an environment where employees can thrive, grow professionally, and contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission.

As a Cook at Aramark, you will embark on a culinary journey that combines creativity, skill, and passion for food. This role is integral to the company’s operations, focusing on preparing high-quality meals that meet standardized recipes and production guidelines. The position offers a dynamic environment where you will work with fresh ingredients, cutting-edge kitchen equipment, and innovative cooking methods. You will be responsible for a wide range of food preparation tasks including measuring, mixing, chopping, and cooking. The role goes beyond mere food assembly – it encourages experimenting with flavors, cuisines, and presentation techniques to deliver excellence at every meal service. At Aramark, you are encouraged to bring your own flair and passion for cooking while adhering to rigorous safety and sanitation standards designed to protect both employees and guests.

Working as a cook at Aramark means joining a team that values safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will handle equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers, and execute diverse cooking styles including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming. Each dish you prepare will need to be garnished and portioned according to established guidelines ensuring consistency and customer delight. Additionally, maintaining cleanliness and sanitization of your workstation, utensils, and equipment is critical to the role, alongside complying with Aramark’s safety policies and food safety protocols. This position may demand physical stamina including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and possibly wearing uniforms and personal protective equipment.

This role offers a rewarding experience for those passionate about cooking and food service. Aramark provides a supportive work culture that motivates employees to develop new skills and grow professionally. Whether you are just starting your culinary career or bringing years of experience, this role provides an opportunity to advance in a globally respected company that values your contributions and supports your ambitions. If you love to cook, want to engage with fresh food daily, and desire a workplace driven by purpose and innovation, the Cook position at Aramark presents a fulfilling career path that allows you to flourish and make an impact with every meal you prepare.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role required
  • validated knowledge of food preparation principles
  • knowledge of food safety regulations
  • ability to acquire food safety certification
  • basic math and counting skills
  • interpersonal communication skills
  • physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stand for extended periods
  • willingness to wear uniforms and use personal protective equipment

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, 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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