Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Cuisine

Aramark Correctional Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Cincinnati, OH who will bring recipes to life using fresh ingredients and creative cooking styles. You’ll work within production guidelines and safety procedures to deliver high-quality meals that meet client expectations.

You’ll operate ovens, stoves, and equipment while maintaining food safety, portion control, and cleanliness. Team collaboration and customer-focused service are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and diverse cooking methods.
• Must be able to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods 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, and mixers.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses diverse cooking methods.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines.
• Stores food properly following safety policies.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment.
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and colleagues.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and food sanitation procedures.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation

Food safety knowledge

Basic math

Communication skills

Education

Food safety certification (required)

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook in Cincinnati, OH who will bring recipes to life using fresh ingredients and creative cooking styles. You’ll work within production guidelines and safety procedures to deliver high-quality meals that meet client expectations.

You’ll operate ovens, stoves, and equipment while maintaining food safety, portion control, and cleanliness. Team collaboration and customer-focused service are key parts of the role.