Creative Cook: Craft Flavors, Explore Techniques

ARAMARK; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ARAMARK in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and contribute to a team focused on safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow production guidelines, measure and prep ingredients, operate ovens and equipment, and maintain sanitation while delivering friendly service to guests. This role offers learning opportunities and room to grow as duties evolve with client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking methods, and food safety
• Ability to obtain food safety certification
• Basic math and counting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication

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, 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 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

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Job description

ARAMARK in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and contribute to a team focused on safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

You will follow production guidelines, measure and prep ingredients, operate ovens and equipment, and maintain sanitation while delivering friendly service to guests. This role offers learning opportunities and room to grow as duties evolve with client needs.