Creative Cook: Craft Diverse Dishes with Fresh Ingredients

Aramark; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Work/Life resources

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aramark in Akron, OH is looking for a motivated Cook to bring recipes to life in a fast-paced environment. You will work with a team to create flavorful meals, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while prioritizing safety and quality.

You will handle ingredients, operate ovens and slicers, and ensure proper storage and sanitation. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and guest-focused service in a dining setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely use a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roasts, broils, steams, and use a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Arrange, garnish, 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 toward guests and colleagues.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Ovens

Slicers

Job description

Aramark in Akron, OH is looking for a motivated Cook to bring recipes to life in a fast-paced environment. You will work with a team to create flavorful meals, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while prioritizing safety and quality.

You will handle ingredients, operate ovens and slicers, and ensure proper storage and sanitation. The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and guest-focused service in a dining setting.