Creative Cook: Craft Flavorful Dishes & Fresh Prep

Aramark Correctional Services; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creativity, while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You'll work in a team to prepare a variety of dishes and maintain quality and sanitation standards.

The role involves setting up stations, measuring ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and presenting meals with consistency. Experience in cooking and knowledge of food safety are preferred, along with basic math and good communication.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Essential functions may vary by location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use utensils including knives.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and use various cooking methods.
• Arrange, garnish and portion food as per guidelines.
• Store food following safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook to bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and creativity, while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You'll work in a team to prepare a variety of dishes and maintain quality and sanitation standards.

The role involves setting up stations, measuring ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and presenting meals with consistency. Experience in cooking and knowledge of food safety are preferred, along with basic math and good communication.