Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $49,300.00 - $66,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services and facilities management, serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted deeply in service and driven by a united purpose, Aramark is committed to creating meaningful impacts for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. Known not only for delivering quality food and support services but also for fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment, Aramark ensures every employee is given equal opportunity and a platform for growth without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected statuses. This commitment embodies their core mission of doing great things together and enabling individuals to achieve their full potential. Working at Aramark offers more than just a job—it offers a chance to develop your talents, fuel your passions, and embark on an enriching career journey that supports both personal and professional development. The company embraces diversity and encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work while helping to build a culture of respect and excellence.

As a Cook at Aramark, you will become an essential part of a dynamic culinary team that brings recipes to life with creativity and passion. This role immerses you in a culinary environment filled with the freshest ingredients and the finest equipment, encouraging experimentation with a variety of cuisines, flavors, and cooking techniques. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking foods according to standardized recipes and strict production guidelines, ensuring quality and safety in every dish. Your work station will be set up properly with all the necessary ingredients and tools, demonstrating your ability to measure, mix, chop, trim, and peel ingredients accurately. Safety and sanitation are top priorities, and adherence to food safety policies is mandatory to guarantee the well-being of guests and coworkers alike.

The Cook role at Aramark is much more than food preparation—it’s a fulfilling career that offers opportunities to grow culinary expertise, explore new cooking methods such as baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming, and master the use of kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. You will also gain valuable experience in food presentation by arranging and garnishing food according to established standards. Maintaining a clean and sanitized work area is critical, and your commitment to maintaining excellent customer service and a positive attitude contributes to a great dining experience for customers.

This position often involves physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking or standing. Additionally, wearing uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required to meet safety standards. Aramark values employees who are adaptable and ready to take on changing responsibilities to meet client and operational needs. By joining Aramark as a Cook, you are stepping into a role that supports your passion for food and creativity, while also providing a stable and supportive work environment focused on your safety, growth, and success.

Job Requirements

  • Experience as a cook or in a related role required
  • knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods
  • understanding of food safety regulations
  • ability to acquire food safety certification
  • basic math skills
  • good communication skills
  • physical ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and stand for extended periods
  • willingness to wear uniforms and 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 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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