Creative Cook: Craft Fresh Flavors & Cuisine

Aramark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and paid time off

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Cook to bring recipes to life on our team, using fresh ingredients and a variety of cooking styles. You’ll explore flavors and techniques while following production guidelines and safety procedures to ensure quality and safety across generations of meals.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, applying basic math and strong interpersonal skills to deliver great guest experiences. This role offers growth and exposure to diverse cuisines, safety standards, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Validated knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

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

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Math skills

Communication

Certification eligibility

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Cook to bring recipes to life on our team, using fresh ingredients and a variety of cooking styles. You’ll explore flavors and techniques while following production guidelines and safety procedures to ensure quality and safety across generations of meals.

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, applying basic math and strong interpersonal skills to deliver great guest experiences. This role offers growth and exposure to diverse cuisines, safety standards, and teamwork.