Creative Cook: Craft Flavorful Dishes

Aramark Correctional Services; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Overland Park, KS. You will prepare a variety of foods following recipes and production guidelines, while exploring different flavors and cooking styles.

You’ll work with fresh ingredients and safety procedures to deliver quality meals with care and consistency. Responsibilities include setting up stations, measuring ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and maintaining cleanliness.

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

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

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Overland Park, KS. You will prepare a variety of foods following recipes and production guidelines, while exploring different flavors and cooking styles.

You’ll work with fresh ingredients and safety procedures to deliver quality meals with care and consistency. Responsibilities include setting up stations, measuring ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and maintaining cleanliness.