Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Culinary Innovation

Aramark Correctional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team, turning recipes into flavorful dishes while exploring different cuisines and techniques. You will work with fresh ingredients and trusted equipment in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow production guidelines, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a positive guest experience. Prior cook experience and ability to handle multiple tasks are essential; certification may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping 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 per guidelines.
• Store food following safety policies and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and a positive demeanor toward guests and coworkers.
• Adhere to safety policies including proper food safety and sanitation.
• Ensure security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Basic math

Communication skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team, turning recipes into flavorful dishes while exploring different cuisines and techniques. You will work with fresh ingredients and trusted equipment in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow production guidelines, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a positive guest experience. Prior cook experience and ability to handle multiple tasks are essential; certification may be required.