Creative Cook: Craft Flavors with Precision & Safety

Aramark Correctional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Cook to join our team in Washington, DC. You will bring recipes to life, explore diverse cuisines, and ensure production guidelines and safety procedures are followed in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The role involves preparing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining food safety, and delivering quality service to guests and clients. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for skill development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and recipes.
• Set up workstation with needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, and chopping.
• Safely use knives and operate ovens, stoves, and mixers.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use diverse cooking methods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food per guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive demeanor.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Math basics

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark Correctional Services is seeking a Cook to join our team in Washington, DC. You will bring recipes to life, explore diverse cuisines, and ensure production guidelines and safety procedures are followed in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The role involves preparing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment, maintaining food safety, and delivering quality service to guests and clients. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for skill development within a supportive team.