Creative Cook: Craft Flavors with Fresh Ingredients

Aramark; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Lowell, MA is seeking a motivated Cook to join our kitchen team. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods according to recipes and production guidelines, while experimenting with flavors and cuisines in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires prior cooking experience and a solid understanding of food safety. You’ll work with fresh ingredients, maintain high standards, and contribute to a positive guest experience while benefiting from programs designed to support your health

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to recipes.
• Set up workstation with required ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, chopping, trimming, and peeling.
• Safely use utensils including knives.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers and other equipment.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam and use various cooking methods.
• Arrange and portion food according to guidelines.
• Store food per safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor.
• Adhere to safety policies and sanitation.
• Ensure security of company assets.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Lowell, MA is seeking a motivated Cook to join our kitchen team. You will cook and prepare a variety of foods according to recipes and production guidelines, while experimenting with flavors and cuisines in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires prior cooking experience and a solid understanding of food safety. You’ll work with fresh ingredients, maintain high standards, and contribute to a positive guest experience while benefiting from programs designed to support your health