Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors in a Safe Kitchen

Aramark Correctional Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team and help bring recipes to life while following production guidelines. You will work with fresh ingredients and various cooking styles, exploring flavors and techniques in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience as a cook, knowledge of food safety, and a willingness to obtain a food safety certification. Strong math and communication skills are important for accurate prep and teamwork.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and 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

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Food safety certification

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team and help bring recipes to life while following production guidelines. You will work with fresh ingredients and various cooking styles, exploring flavors and techniques in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience as a cook, knowledge of food safety, and a willingness to obtain a food safety certification. Strong math and communication skills are important for accurate prep and teamwork.