Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Elevate Guest Experience

Aramark; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and diverse cooking styles. You’ll work under guidelines and safety procedures to deliver quality meals in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes preparation, equipment use, knife skills, proper storage, and customer service. You’ll be asked to maintain cleanliness, follow safety policies, and support team members while ensuring assets are secure.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong communication with coworkers and guests.

Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities may vary by location based on client requirements.
• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and 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, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods.
• 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 customer service and positive demeanor toward guests and coworkers.
• Follows Aramark safety policies and procedures including food safety and sanitation.
• Ensures security of company assets.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Hattiesburg, MS is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life with fresh ingredients and diverse cooking styles. You’ll work under guidelines and safety procedures to deliver quality meals in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes preparation, equipment use, knife skills, proper storage, and customer service. You’ll be asked to maintain cleanliness, follow safety policies, and support team members while ensuring assets are secure.