Cafe Cook- Loveland Aquarium

Aramark Corporation; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned facility where you can showcase your culinary skills! As a Cafe Cook, you will prepare delicious meals while adhering to food safety guidelines. This role not only involves cooking but also requires excellent customer service skills to ensure every guest has a memorable experience. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a supportive environment for growth. With competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those passionate about food and service. Don't miss your chance to be part of a dynamic team in a vibrant setting!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Days Off

Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have cooking experience.
• ServSafe or Food Safety Certification required, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of food items following recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and communication.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Customer Service

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

Job Description

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a world-class facility. The Aquarium provides learning opportunities for all levels, interests, and ages. Since opening its new facility in Draper in March 2014, the Aquarium has welcomed over eight million guests and provided innumerable educational experiences to students. Home to almost 5,000 animals representing 600 plus species and an additional 600 plus plant species the Aquarium showcases ecosystems from around the planet including kelp forests, coral reefs, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, Asian cloud forests, South American rain forests, and the waterways of our home state of Utah.

The Cafe Cook is the individual behind the amazing smells each client and guest encounters. Our cooks take pride in ensuring that our food is prepared as directed and follows Food Safety Guidelines as directed by Department of Health (DOH) and Aramark’s policies and procedures.

Compensation Data

The hourly rate of pay for this position ranges from $14 to $16. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate of compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and Aramark reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time AND FOR ANY REASON, including, BUT NOT LIMITED TO for reasons related to individual performance, Aramark or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources to our benefits-eligible hourly Aramark employees. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Hourly eligible benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

Job Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment – communicates quickly when a need arises to ensure productivity continues
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items (as needed)
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, grills, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Ensures compliance with food temps and documentation throughout event
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils – as per guidelines and policies
• Ensures clear and concise communication with stand leads, stand workers and cashiers
• Maintains excellent, friendly, and efficient customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, and co-workers
• Ensures security of company assets
• Accepts constructive feedback and provides ideas, concerns to and from leadership

The above listed bullets do not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with advance notice.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older (Required)
• Experience as a cook in a related field or environment (Required)
• TEAM/ TiPS Certification (Preferred) – will be trained upon hire (as needed)
• ServSafe or Food Safety Certification equivalent (Required) – will be trained and certified upon hire (as needed)
• Basic math and counting skills (Required)
• Requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of up to 25lbs.
• Exhibit and practice the highest level of guest satisfaction skills
• Willingness to accept change and new procedures
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, meet production/service time schedules, and adapt to necessary and unforeseen changes
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here athttp://www.aramarkcareers.comor connect with us onFacebook,InstagramandTwitter.