Creative Cook: Craft Global Flavors with Fresh Ingredients

Aramark; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life in a fast-paced environment. You will work with fresh ingredients and a variety of cooking styles, while adhering to safety guidelines and production procedures. Your creativity will help elevate menu offerings and guest satisfaction.

You will be responsible for set-up, preparation, consistent quality, and clean, safe kitchen practices. Prior experience and the ability to obtain food safety certification are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes.
• Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment.
• Prepare ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items.
• Safely use a variety of utensils including knives.
• Operate equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bake, roast, broil, steam, and use diverse cooking methods on various foods.
• Arrange, garnish, and portion food according to guidelines.
• Store food properly following safety policies.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive demeanor toward guests.

Skills

Cook skills

Food safety knowledge

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Tools

PPE familiarity

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Cook to bring recipes to life in a fast-paced environment. You will work with fresh ingredients and a variety of cooking styles, while adhering to safety guidelines and production procedures. Your creativity will help elevate menu offerings and guest satisfaction.

You will be responsible for set-up, preparation, consistent quality, and clean, safe kitchen practices. Prior experience and the ability to obtain food safety certification are important for success in this role.