Cook - Mercer University

ARAMARK; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Macon, Georgia, where you will prepare food according to guidelines and maintain safety practices. Candidates must have cooking experience, knowledge of food safety regulations, and strong interpersonal skills.

This role demands physical activity including lifting and prolonged standing. A professional demeanor and great customer service are essential. Join us at Aramark for a fulfilling culinary career!

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Basic math and counting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines.
• Safely uses utensils and equipment for food preparation.
• Maintains excellent customer service and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking methods

Food safety regulations

Interpersonal communication skills

Job description

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 a positive demeanor toward guests, customers, clients, co‑workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures, including accurate food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

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).

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.