Cook - Fairleigh Dickinson University - Metro Campus

Aramark; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook at Fairleigh Dickinson University – Metro Campus in Teaneck, NJ. You will craft diverse dishes, follow recipes, and use top equipment to bring creative ideas to life. Emphasis on safety guidelines and quality ingredients fuels your daily work.

Join a team that values strong customer service, sanitation, and collaboration. This role offers hands-on culinary growth with competitive hourly compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods according to recipes
• Sets up workstation with ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping
• Operates ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams and uses multiple cooking methods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines
• Properly stores food and maintains sanitation
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment
• Maintains customer service and positive demeanor
• Follows safety policies and protects company assets

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Food safety certification

Job description

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Title: Cook - Fairleigh Dickinson University - Metro Campus

Requisition #: 676533

Location: Teaneck, NJ, US, 07666

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!

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $15.49 to $27.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

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

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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 .