Catering Cook - Samford University

Aramark; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid time off

Health insurance

Free meals

Merit increase

Certifications

Career growth

Job summary

Aramark at Samford University in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Catering Cook to bring diverse recipes to life while adapting to an expansive menu. You’ll work with fresh ingredients and equipment to explore flavors and cooking styles, contributing to guest experience and quality presentation.

Key responsibilities include following production guidelines, maintaining safety, and delivering excellent service. This role requires cooking experience and a commitment to food safety, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and various cooking methods.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and proper handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Ability to acquire a food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Sets up workstation with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely uses knives and other utensils.
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, and related equipment.
• Cooks using various methods (baking, roasting, broiling, steaming).
• Arranges and portions food according to guidelines; maintains food safety and sanitation.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment; maintains guest interactions with a positive demeanor.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures and protects company assets.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Math skills

Communication

Job description

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Title: Catering Cook - Samford University

Requisition #: 678360

Location: Birmingham, AL, US, 35229

Description: As a Catering Cook at Samford University, not only will you bring recipes to life, but you’ll be able to flex your creativity with our expansive menu! Surrounded by fresh ingredients and the best equipment, you’ll be immersed in a world that goes beyond food preparation - experimenting with different cuisines, flavors, and cooking styles. Working for Aramark, located at Samford University, offers the opportunity of development and advancement. We take pride in guest experience, satisfaction and quality presentation.

At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. We look forward to developing your talent as well as your career at Aramark!

What we offer:

• Shift Differential: Earn an extra $1 an hour after 5pm and all day on weekends!
• Paid-Time Off, Vacation & Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Free meals provided to you.
• Annual Merit Increase.
• Food Service Certifications.
• Leadership, promotion, and development opportunities to grow within our company!

Job Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• 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

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

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

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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.com or connect with us onFacebook ,Instagram andTwitter .