Creative Cook: Craft Fresh Flavors & Cuisine

Aramark; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our dining services team. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes, follow production guidelines and recipes, and bring creativity to the plate in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment that values food quality and teamwork.

You will set up stations, measure ingredients, handle utensils safely, operate ovens, slicers and other equipment, and ensure food safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Understanding of basic food prep principles and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain a food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.
• Cooks and prepare 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 a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets
• In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Math and counting

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our dining services team. You will cook and prepare a variety of dishes, follow production guidelines and recipes, and bring creativity to the plate in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment that values food quality and teamwork.

You will set up stations, measure ingredients, handle utensils safely, operate ovens, slicers and other equipment, and ensure food safety and sanitation standards.