Cook - The Grove of St. Charles

Aramark; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team where your culinary skills will shine! As a Cook, you'll explore the art of food preparation, experimenting with diverse cuisines and flavors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with fresh ingredients and top-notch equipment while adhering to safety and production guidelines. Immerse yourself in a vibrant environment that values creativity and passion for cooking. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes health and safety, ensuring you can focus on what you love. If you're ready to elevate your cooking career, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods according to guidelines.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Methods

Food Safety Regulations

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Food Safety Certification

Tools

Ovens

Stoves

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

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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!

This position supports accounts in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $25.00. 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 legal requirements, employee eligibility, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position; it will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, where applicable.

Job Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods 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 various 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 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 customers. 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 basic principles of food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

This role may have physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and extended walking and standing. Uniforms and/or PPE may be required.

Education

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.

We believe every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and participate fully in all aspects of the company, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics by law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark serve millions daily through food and facilities in 15 countries. We aim to develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your growth. Learn more at our careers site or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.