Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors in a Safe, Dynamic Kitchen

Aramark Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Corporation in Washington, DC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures, set up stations, measure ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, sanitary work areas.

This role emphasizes teamwork and customer service. Experience as a cook or related role preferred; food safety certification may be required; benefits may include health coverage and paid time

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation principles and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain food safety certification.
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares 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.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Communication

Math Skills

Education

Food safety certification

Tools

Ovens & Stoves

Slicers & Mixers

Knives

Job description

Aramark Corporation in Washington, DC is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life, work with fresh ingredients, and explore diverse cuisines. You will follow production guidelines and safety procedures, set up stations, measure ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, sanitary work areas.

This role emphasizes teamwork and customer service. Experience as a cook or related role preferred; food safety certification may be required; benefits may include health coverage and paid time