Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors & Fresh Ideas

Aramark Correctional Services; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a friendly Cook to bring recipes to life in a busy kitchen. You’ll prepare a variety of dishes, set up stations, measure ingredients, and safely operate ovens, stoves, and slicers while following production guidelines.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper storage, and clean work areas, plus strong customer service. Experience as a cook and the ability to obtain a food safety certification are expected; benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• 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

Food safety knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Math skills

Education

Food safety certification (eligible)

Job description

Aramark is seeking a friendly Cook to bring recipes to life in a busy kitchen. You’ll prepare a variety of dishes, set up stations, measure ingredients, and safely operate ovens, stoves, and slicers while following production guidelines.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper storage, and clean work areas, plus strong customer service. Experience as a cook and the ability to obtain a food safety certification are expected; benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and more.