Cook - Lilly Garden South Cafe

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Cook to join their culinary team. In this role, you will explore your creativity while preparing diverse cuisines and ensuring top-notch food safety standards. With access to fresh ingredients and state-of-the-art equipment, you will be immersed in a vibrant kitchen atmosphere that values health and safety. Your culinary skills will shine as you engage with customers, creating memorable dining experiences. If you are enthusiastic about food and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of food preparation principles and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen environment.
• Provide excellent customer service and positive interactions.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Methods

Food Safety Regulations

Interpersonal Communication

Basic Math Skills

Education

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Knives

Job 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

1. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
2. Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
3. Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
4. Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
5. Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives.
6. Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
7. Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
8. Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines.
9. Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures.
10. Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
11. Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
12. Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.
13. 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

1. Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
2. Validated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storage.
3. Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
4. Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
5. 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).