Creative Cook: Bring Fresh Flavors to Life

Aramark; Owenton (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our food service team in Kentucky. You will prepare a variety of dishes, follow recipes, and maintain quality and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with fresh ingredients, use production guidelines, and contribute to guest satisfaction through flavorful, well-presented meals. Previous cooking experience and food safety basics are valued, with opportunities to grow your culinary skills at Aramark.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cooks and 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 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 guidelines.
• Stores food properly adhering to safety policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and staff.

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our food service team in Kentucky. You will prepare a variety of dishes, follow recipes, and maintain quality and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with fresh ingredients, use production guidelines, and contribute to guest satisfaction through flavorful, well-presented meals. Previous cooking experience and food safety basics are valued, with opportunities to grow your culinary skills at Aramark.