Creative Cook: Craft Flavorful Dishes & Techniques

Aramark Correctional Services; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a cook to prepare meals according to recipes and production guidelines, while exploring new flavors and techniques in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes food safety and teamwork; prior cooking experience is preferred and the ability to handle varied kitchen equipment is essential. Aramark offers growth opportunities within a supportive food service operation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, methods, and sanitation requirements.
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods.
• 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

Skills

Food safety

Cooking

Interpersonal communication

Basic math

Tools

Ovens

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

Aramark in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a cook to prepare meals according to recipes and production guidelines, while exploring new flavors and techniques in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes food safety and teamwork; prior cooking experience is preferred and the ability to handle varied kitchen equipment is essential. Aramark offers growth opportunities within a supportive food service operation.