Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors & Precision

Aramark Correctional Services; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plans

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for cooking and preparing various foods with attention to recipes, safety standards, and quality. You’ll set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment to deliver consistent meals.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and flexibility, with opportunities to learn new techniques and cuisines. Onsite position with competitive hourly compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Validated knowledge of basic food preparation principles, 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

• Cook 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, 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

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to join our team in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for cooking and preparing various foods with attention to recipes, safety standards, and quality. You’ll set up your workstation, measure ingredients, and operate kitchen equipment to deliver consistent meals.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and flexibility, with opportunities to learn new techniques and cuisines. Onsite position with competitive hourly compensation and benefits.