Cook - Duke University Hospital

Aramark; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate food service professionals to join their team at a renowned hospital. This role involves preparing a variety of dishes, ensuring food safety, and delivering outstanding customer service. Ideal candidates will have experience in food preparation and a strong understanding of safety regulations. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued, and your contributions will make a difference in the lives of guests and staff alike. Join a company that prioritizes your growth and well-being while serving the community with excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous food prep experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper handling methods required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food according to guidelines and recipes.
• Maintains cleanliness and adheres to food safety policies.
• Provides excellent customer service and a positive attitude.

Skills

Food preparation

Knife handling

Food safety regulations

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Get ready to reach new heights, ignite your passion, and pursue what matters by cooking with us here at Duke University Hospital.

Salary: $18.36 per hour, full benefits after 30 days

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares 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 utilizes a variety of utensils including knives
• 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 attitude towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Qualifications

• Previous food prep experience preferred
• Knowledge of various food prep methods, proper knife handling, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage preferred
• Must be able to obtain required food safety certification
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and 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.