Creative Cook: Craft Fresh Flavors & Menus

Aramark; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to turn recipes into dishes using fresh ingredients and diverse cooking styles. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures while showcasing creativity in a team setting.

You will work at a standard kitchen station, preparing ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards. Strong pastry or grill experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations.
• 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
• Mantains 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

Experience as a cook

Food safety knowledge

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to turn recipes into dishes using fresh ingredients and diverse cooking styles. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures while showcasing creativity in a team setting.

You will work at a standard kitchen station, preparing ingredients, operating ovens and equipment, and maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards. Strong pastry or grill experience is a plus.