Suwannee Room - Cook - Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Uniforms Provided

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food services, facilities management, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests every day across 15 countries. With a commitment rooted deeply in service and a mission to positively impact employees, partners, communities, and the planet, Aramark stands as a top choice for individuals seeking career development and meaningful work. The company thrives on inclusivity, ensuring equal employment opportunities without discriminating based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Aramark’s dedication to employee growth, passion fueling, and professional empowerment creates an environment where every team member can reach their full potential and thrive in their chosen path.

The Cook role at Aramark offers an exciting opportunity to those passionate about cooking and food. As a Cook, your responsibility will extend beyond merely preparing food; you will bring recipes to life and flex your creativity in a well-equipped environment filled with fresh ingredients. You will experiment with diverse cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles while adhering to production guidelines and safety procedures that ensure both the quality of the food and the health of the team. The position requires managing several culinary tasks: from measuring, chopping, and mixing ingredients to operating various kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Your work will involve utilizing multiple cooking methods, including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming, applied to meats, vegetables, and other food items. Beyond food preparation, you will also be responsible for arranging and garnishing dishes to maintain the presentation standards and following strict food safety policies to store food correctly.

At Aramark, team members are expected to uphold high standards in customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards guests, coworkers, and clients alike. The Cook role demands maintaining cleanliness and sanitization of kitchen tools, workstations, and equipment to ensure a safe and hygienic environment. Furthermore, Aramark places significant importance on compliance with safety policies and procedures, including accurate food handling, sanitation, and security of company assets.

This role is dynamic, sometimes requiring flexible job duties to meet client needs and business objectives, underlining the importance of adaptability and a willingness to learn. Physical demands of the job may include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and prolonged standing or walking. The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms may also be necessary. This position offers individuals a chance to develop new skills, work with cutting-edge culinary equipment, and contribute tangible value to the dining experiences of Aramark customers, making it an enriching step for a culinary career.

Job Requirements

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
Must be able to acquire food safety certification
Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

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