Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Food Art

Aramark Correctional Services; Crockett (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a motivated Cook to join our team. You will prepare a variety of dishes following production guidelines and standardized recipes, set up the workstation, and safely handle ingredients.

You will use different cooking methods, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to positive guest experiences with friendly service. Prior cooking experience is preferred, and food safety certification can be obtained.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic principles of food preparation and various cooking methods.
• Ability to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares 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 multiple cooking methods on meats and vegetables.
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to guidelines.
• Maintains food safety and sanitation policies and stores food properly.

Skills

Cooking basics

Food safety awareness

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a motivated Cook to join our team. You will prepare a variety of dishes following production guidelines and standardized recipes, set up the workstation, and safely handle ingredients.

You will use different cooking methods, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to positive guest experiences with friendly service. Prior cooking experience is preferred, and food safety certification can be obtained.