Creative Cook: Craft Flavors in a Safe Kitchen

Aramark; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Cambridge, MA. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods, following production guidelines and standardized recipes, while maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and delivering quality meals to guests. You will set up stations, measure and prep ingredients, operate kitchen equipment, and help ensure a positive dining experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and safety regulations.
• Must be able to obtain a 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 all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, 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 according to guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain positive customer service and demeanor toward guests and coworkers.
• Adhere to Aramark safety policies and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Knife skills

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in Cambridge, MA. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods, following production guidelines and standardized recipes, while maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and delivering quality meals to guests. You will set up stations, measure and prep ingredients, operate kitchen equipment, and help ensure a positive dining experience.