Creative Cook: Craft Flavors & Menus

Aramark Correctional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is recruiting a Cook in New York to bring recipes to life with creativity while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will work with fresh ingredients and reliable equipment to craft diverse dishes for guests and clients.

This role emphasizes food safety, accurate measurements, and teamwork, supporting quality meals and exceptional service. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic kitchen environment and adherence to Aramark policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of foods according to recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstation with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use utensils such as knives and operate ovens, stoves, mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and cook meat and vegetables as directed.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion meals per guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service with a positive demeanor.
• Follow Aramark safety policies and protect company assets.

Skills

Cooking basics

Food safety knowledge

Food handling accuracy

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is recruiting a Cook in New York to bring recipes to life with creativity while following production guidelines and safety procedures. You will work with fresh ingredients and reliable equipment to craft diverse dishes for guests and clients.

This role emphasizes food safety, accurate measurements, and teamwork, supporting quality meals and exceptional service. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic kitchen environment and adherence to Aramark policies.