Catering Services Cook- PA Convention Ctr - PA Conv Ctr - Catering

Aramark; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a passionate Catering Services Cook to join their team at the PA Convention Center. As a Cook, you'll bring recipes to life, experiment with various cuisines, and ensure food safety while creating delightful dishes. This role offers a chance to develop culinary skills and work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation principles.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
• Skilled in advanced sauce and stock production.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.

Skills

Culinary Techniques

Food Safety Regulations

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

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Title: Catering Services Cook- PA Convention Ctr - PA Conv Ctr - Catering

Requisition #: 579659

Location: Philadelphia, PA, US, 19107

Description:

Job Description

Do you love to cook? Are you passionate about food? As a Cook on our team, you’ll help bring recipes to life while being able to flex your creativity! 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. At Aramark, we care about your health, so we have production guidelines and safety procedures in place to help you do what you love. Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us!

Job Responsibilities

• Proficient in classical and contemporary culinary techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in mise en place and efficient workflow management.
• Comprehensive understanding of food science principles.
• Adept at recipe standardization and yield management.
• Skilled in advanced sauce and stock production.
• Knowledge of various preservation techniques (e.g., pickling, curing).
• Proficient in operating and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of HACCP and ServSafe protocols.
• Expertise in flavor balancing and sensory evaluation.
• Ability to execute complex plating and presentation standards.
• Competent in using digital scales and measurement tools.
• Understanding of food labeling and nutritional information.
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.

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).

Education

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 at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.