Creative Cook: Craft Flavorful Dishes & Guest Joy

Aramark Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Cook to join our team in Des Moines, IA. You will prepare a variety of foods, follow recipes, and ensure quality while adhering to safety procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and delivering friendly guest service. The position requires experience as a cook, knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations, and the ability to obtain food safety certification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, trim, and peel food items.
• Safely use utensils including knives.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Apply various cooking methods to meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• Plate and garnish foods according to guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Provide courteous service to guests and colleagues.
• Adhere to Aramark safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking methods

Food safety

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark Corporation is seeking a Cook to join our team in Des Moines, IA. You will prepare a variety of foods, follow recipes, and ensure quality while adhering to safety procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and delivering friendly guest service. The position requires experience as a cook, knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations, and the ability to obtain food safety certification.