Cook II: Precision Prep & Kitchen Safety

Aramark Correctional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Washington, DC seeks a Cook II to support cooks and food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. You will follow recipes and production guidelines while maintaining strict food safety, handling, and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, quality, and customer service, with open availability being preferred and a focus on complying with Aramark policies and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous food prep experience preferred.
• Knowledge of various food prep methods and knife handling; food safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain required food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

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 guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Food prep experience

Knife handling

Food safety

Math skills

Communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark in Washington, DC seeks a Cook II to support cooks and food service managers by preparing ingredients for recipes and performing other food preparation and service tasks. You will follow recipes and production guidelines while maintaining strict food safety, handling, and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, quality, and customer service, with open availability being preferred and a focus on complying with Aramark policies and client requirements.